Piyawadana

The Buddha is not a god. We are not trying to make him into a deity, but the whole nature of reality is love and intelligence, and that we can plug into, but it’s not as a person, because we have gone behind the personality now. We are…

When I say I am a Buddhist, it is not because I pursue a smooth life. But for the calm acceptance of impermanence, and be calm and confident like a king in any adverse circumstances. Richard Gombrich’s words of wisdom

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” Thich Nhat Hanh

When I say I’m a Buddhist, it is not with the goal of getting what’s in my interest. But for letting go of my personal clinging to all worldly desires. Richard Gombrich’s words of wisdom

“As a boy studying Buddhism, I was taught the importance of a caring attitude toward the environment. Our practice of nonviolence applies not just to human beings but to all sentient beings - any living thing that has a mind. Where there is…

When I say I’m a Buddhist, I know I only love those to my taste, but Buddha loves even people he does not like, guiding them to be full of wisdom and compassion. That’s why I choose to follow Buddha’s teachings！ Richard Gombrich’s words of…

When I say I’m a Buddhist, it is not because I am better or worse than others, but because I understand all beings are equal. Richard Gombrich’s words of wisdom

If I were actually to vote in an election, it would be for one of the environmental parties. One of the most positive developments in the world recently has been the growing awareness of the importance of nature. There is nothing sacred or…

When I say l'm Buddhist, it doesn't mean I have more wisdom than others. But it means I have been occupied by too much arrogance. I need to learn to be humble and to develop a broader perspective. Richard Gombrich’s words of wisdom

“Real inner peace and inner satisfaction ultimately depends on our mental attitude. What kind of mental attitude? Firstly, we are social animals, so there must be an emotional factor that brings us together as a social group. There is also…