I started to make a study of the art of war and revolution and, whilst abroad, underwent a course in military training. If there was to be guerrilla warfare, I wanted to be able to stand and fight with my people and to share the hazards of war with them.

Whether you call it Buddhism or other religion, self-discipline, that's important. Self-discipline with awareness of consequences.

If you're going through hell, keep going. 

Every time she said some thing is cooking, I thought she was in the kitchen.

Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.

I am proud of the fact that I never invented weapons to kill.

Wit is educated insolence

Spirituality begins where worldly wisdom ends.

When one has the feeling of dislike for evil, when one feels tranquil, one finds pleasure in listening to good teachings; when one has these feelings and appreciates them, one is free of fear.

There is no need for temples, no need for complicated philosophies. My brain and my heart are my temple; my philosophy is kindness.

What do I think of Western civilization? I think it would be a very good idea.

The people who are doing the work are the moving force behind the Macintosh. My job is to create a space for them, to clear out the rest of the organization and keep it at bay.