14th Dalai Lama Flashcards
He argues that all people share a universal code of ethics based on what?
Compassion, respect, tolerance and shared responsibility for each other
He introduced the idea to everyone, politicians, journalists and scientists should be motivated by what?
Is this a new idea?
He says that everyone should be motivated by compassion
This isn’t a new idea as the Jitaka tales - The Prince and the Tigress also show this
He fought for peace using non-violent methods based on what?
Is this a new idea?
He fought for peace using non-violent methods, based on ahimsa, arguing violence causes more violence. This isn’t a new idea as it is the first precept to not harm
He campaigned to protect what?
Is this a new idea?
He campaigned to protect the environment, arguing that we must be aware of the global consequences of our actions.
This is a slightly new idea as it is based on interdependence and non-harm but he has applied it to the environment
He argues that all people and religions share the same values of _____? And all religions help to bring people _____?
He argues that all people and religions share the same values of compassion and all religions help to bring people peace
He tried to unite what kind of thinking with Buddhist teachings?
He tried to unite scientific thinking with Buddhist teachings, and use science to prove the effectiveness of meditation.
This is kind of new as the Buddha urged for people to test the Dharma like a Smith tests nickel by working on it
