Dalai Lama
Tenzin Gyatso, 14th Dalai Lama
1935-present • Tibetan
BuddhismTibetan Buddhism
The 14th Dalai Lama, spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism and Nobel Peace Prize laureate. Known for teachings on compassion and interfaith dialogue.
Key Works
- The Art of Happiness
- Ethics for the New Millennium
- Teachings and talks
119
quotes in library
Quotes by Dalai Lama
119 quotes“Genuine spiritual practice is one's reaction to challenges.”
practiceHow to Practice
“Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health.”
calmThe Art of Happiness
“With the realization of one's own potential and self-confidence in one's ability, one can build a better world.”
potentialEthics for the New Millennium
“Hard times build determination and inner strength.”
adversityAn Open Heart
“Compassion is the wish to see others free from suffering.”
compassionThe Art of Happiness
“All beings want to be happy. All beings wish to be free of suffering.”
universalHow to Practice
“Negative emotions cannot exist for long if challenged with awareness.”
awarenessThe Art of Happiness
“True happiness comes from a sense of inner peace and contentment.”
happinessEthics for the New Millennium
“Do not let the behavior of others change your inner integrity.”
integrityHow to Practice
“Education is the planting of the seed of compassion in the heart.”
educationEthics for the New Millennium
“In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess.”
truthThe Art of Happiness
“The basic root of happiness lies in our minds.”
happinessHow to Practice
“A truly compassionate attitude does not change even if a person behaves negatively.”
compassionAn Open Heart
“To make friends, you must first be a friend.”
friendshipThe Book of Joy
“Suffering does not lead to happiness. Suffering leads to wisdom, which leads to happiness.”
wisdomThe Art of Happiness
“Wherever you live, that is your true home.”
homeHow to Practice
“All of us must endeavor to make the world a better place.”
responsibilityEthics for the New Millennium
“Anger is the ultimate destroyer of your own peace of mind.”
angerThe Art of Happiness
“Each person has the responsibility to be a good citizen.”
citizenshipEthics for the New Millennium
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