July 06, 2011

This is my simple religion.  There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy.  Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness. ~ His Holiness, the Dalai Lama

May 01, 2011

The positive power of virtue is enormous.  When we don't live by these precepts, it is said we live like wild beasts; without them, all other spiritual practice is a sham.  Imagine trying to sit down to meditate after a day of lying and stealing.  Then imagine what a different world this would be if everyone kept one precept -- not to kill, not to lie, or not to steal.  We would truly create a new world order. ~ Jack Kornfield ( from "A Path With Heart")