Our world is becoming one community. We are being drawn together by the grave problems of overpopulation, dwindling natural resources, and an environmental crisis that threatens the very foundation of our existence on this planet. Human rights, environmental protection and greater social and economic equality are all interrelated. I believe that to meet the challenges of our times, human beings will have to develop a greater sense of universal responsibility. Each of us must learn to work not just for oneself, one's own family or nation, but for the benefit of all humankind. Universal responsibility is the key to human survival. It is the best foundation for world peace.
--from The Pocket Dalai Lama by the Dalai Lama, compiled and edited by Mary Craig
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Saturday, July 04, 2009
Dalai Lama on Community
A nice brief quote from the Dalai Lama on world community.
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