In constructing the plot and working it out with the proper diction, the poet should place the scene, as far as possible, before his eyes. In this way, seeing everything with the utmost vividness, as if he were a spectator of the action, he will discover what is in keeping with it, and be most unlikely to overlook inconsistencies.

this unprecedented juncture in our history I have a word for you. Do not be disheartened by our temporary defeat ; be cheerful and optimistic. Above all, never lose your faith in the destiny of India. There is no power on earth which can keep India in bondage. India will be free and, that too, soon. JAl HIND"

The commander in the field is always right and the rear echelon is wrong, unless proved otherwise.

When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator.

I felt we must separate political responsibility. The Dalai Lama should not carry that burden. So that is my selfish reason - to protect the old Dalai Lama tradition. It is safer without political involvement.

Change in all things is sweet.

He who gives away shall have real gain. He who subdues himself shall be free; he shall cease to be a slave of passions. The righteous man casts off evil, and by rooting out lust, bitterness, and illusion do we reach Nirvana.

Let each know that for each the body, the mind and the soul have been forced to fulfill themselves. 

I do an awful lot of scuba diving. I love to be on the ocean, under the ocean. I live next to the ocean.

The only thing that interferes with my learning is my education.

Whatever you do may seem insignificant to you, but it is most important that you do it.

I cannot discover that anyone knows enough to say definitely what is and what is not possible.