"I think the time has come to make it clear that nonviolence is the
only way,
the proper way, to solve the problems among humanity. Of course there
are
always conflicts, but peace, or nonviolence does not mean that we are
indifferent to them just because we are friendly and sensitive to others,
or
seem passive.
We have to solve the problems of humankind. I am trying to solve some
of
these serious problems myself, by promoting nonviolence. I am doing
this to
show the right way, the nonviolent way to solutions on an individual
level--on family, community, national and international levels.
The
promotion of nonviolence ultimately reveals the awareness of how destructive
other so-called solutions are, and in the meantime, shows us a way
out of
violence. Through nonviolence we can see that it is possible to solve
all our
problems by means of dialogue. This is the truly human way to proceed.
I believe this is the right time to promote nonviolence in various ways
and
means. And it is our responsibility to do so. Both Gandhiji and Martin
Luther
King are inspiring examples of the power and truth of nonviolence and
the
actions that arise from them. They not only embraced nonviolence in
principle, but implemented it in action. Both gave their lives for
this
precious vision.
This Season for Nonviolence is a very good tool to remind us of their
witness,
but also of the large unfinished work we have together in transforming
awareness on our planet."
His Holiness, the Dalai Lama of Tibet
in a personal conversation with Brother Wayne Teasdale
September 16, 1997
Dharamsala, India
Bro. Wayne Teasdale is a benedictine monk and Hindu sannyasi; author
and
lecturer; member of the Board of Trustees for the Council for a Parliament
of
the World's Religions, and a dedicated, courageous and compassionate
adherent
to the cause of nonviolence and social justice. Thanks to him for his
spirt.
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