Dalai Lama Explains Why Compassion Can Bring Times of Peace

The Dalai Lama XIV is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. This wise man regularly speaks on a variety of topics, raises important questions. He listens to them because they know what they are saying.

Today's edition. "Site" He asks us to remember what statements belong to the Dalai Lama, whose quotes have been circulated around the world. And why, even after many years, do his thoughts remain remarkably accurate and relevant?



In light of recent events, the Dalai Lama’s reflections on military action are of particular interest. And the delusions of those who have been brainwashed to the point of welcoming military campaigns, even though they have no idea how much grief and devastation is behind it.



“Military action is the most powerful source of violence in our world. Every military institution is focused on taking human lives. And people should better understand what is behind all this. See the real picture, said the Dalai Lama.



“Most people naively think that military battles are exciting. People seriously believe that this is an opportunity for men to show how courageous and competent they are. But the truth is, we've just been brainwashed. War is neither exciting nor attractive. She's always monstrous and tragic.

Modern warfare is conducted in different forms. Moreover, people are so suggestible that they admire this or that combat technology, new models of weapons. At the same time, they forget how much harm the use of this military technology can bring, how many civilians or soldiers will suffer.



It is unlikely that any soldier wants to be injured or lose his life. And if something terrible happens to him, it will affect many more people - his family, friends. We should be appalled by this prospect. But we are too confused, lamented the Dalai Lama.



“No matter how evil and terrible another dictator who decides to go to war is, it is clear that he cannot harm others unless he has a military organization that is accepted and approved by society, by ordinary people.

If an animal has taken the life of a human being, it is a sad fact. But if a person takes the life of another person, it is an unthinkable incident. And we should make more efforts to care for each other, treat with greater respect and compassion for other people’s lives, the spiritual leader assured.



This article by the Dalai Lama has been around for many years, but in our time, his thoughts seem surprisingly relevant and accurate. We hope that someday humanity will be able to realize all the terrible aspects of any military action, so that peace will eventually reign on the planet.

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