It is better to have more friends than enemies: Dalai Lama

Dharamshala, October 6, 2016: Tibetan leader Dalai lama on the last day of the 4 days teaching on Aryadeva's 400 Stanzas on the Middle Way (Uma Shigyapa) at the main temple of Tsuglakhang , Mecleodganj at Dharamshala emphasized on the concept of ‘AHIMSA’.
During His concluding speech on Thursday, in Tibetan language Dalai Lama said, “It is better to have more friends than enemies. Non-virtuous deeds result in more enemies, risk and miseries, whereas virtuous practices yield more well-wishers. The ancient concept of Ahimsa also fall in this line, which shows that concept of refraining non-virtuous deeds is not just linked with beliefs.” He said that while taking the vows one should not just pray for minor things like fortune, happy and healthy life for oneself and dear ones.
Dalai Lama added, “So while taking vows, we must take refuge in the three jewels to overcome our negative emotions to achieve nirvana, which would definitely lead to helping others on a larger scale.”
Dalai Lama on last day of his teachings said, “It would be a lie to claim that one is cultivating Bodhichitta if that individual is still indulged in non-virtuous deeds. Therefore, we must first and foremost refrain from non-meritorious deeds, which only cause sufferings.”
The Dalai Lama while acknowledging the devotees from various countries reminded that listening to teachings is only the beginning and that the ultimate task is to implement them to make transformation within.
His Holiness will be leaving Dharamshala on Saturday for a two-week trip to Europe.