I came across these two quotes in my reading this week, and as I copied them and looked at them on the piece of paper together, I realized it would be a very different world if the people who make the decisions that affect large numbers of people used these simple lines as guidance.
“Love, compassion, and tolerance are necessities, not luxuries. Without them humanity will not survive.”
The Dalai Lama
“Wisdom is knowledge plus: Knowledge — and the knowledge of its own limits.”
Viktor Frankl
February 19, 2008 at 11:07 am |
Nice!
I always say this prayer: “Please let those who are in power in this world make their decisions based on love, kindness, generosity, compassion and a desire for peace.”
What a world it could be if leaders used the two quotes you’ve listed as guides.
February 20, 2008 at 4:59 am |
Your prayer is great! I am going to join you in this one. I hope it works.
February 21, 2008 at 5:12 am |
I’m so glad you like it. Maybe I’ll post it on my blog one of these days. Strength in numbers and all…I’m glad you’re joining me.
Here’s another I say: “Please let every human being on earth be provided with food, clothing, shelter, safety and love.”
Just thought I’d throw that one out, in case you wanted to join me on that one too.
February 21, 2008 at 9:15 am |
I often quote the Dalai Lama to myself… the words humble me and comfort me. Both of these are perfect.
February 22, 2008 at 6:24 am |
Moonbeam: I will use this one too. It really can’t hurt to pray like this. The more the better.
Narnie: It makes me smile just knowing the Dalai Lama is somewhere in the world radiating love and peace.