"Even secular humanism has great spiritual resources; it is almost like a religion to me"
- Dalai Lama
About this Quote
The Dalai Lama is recommending that although nonreligious humanism is not a faith, it still has spiritual resources that can be used. He is indicating that nonreligious humanism can be a source of spiritual assistance and comfort, which it can be a meaningful part of one's life. He is also recommending that nonreligious humanism can be a source of motivation and a method to connect with something greater than oneself. He is saying that it can be nearly like a religion to him, because it can offer a sense of purpose and direction. He is stressing the value of finding spiritual resources in whatever kind they might take, which nonreligious humanism can be an effective source of spiritual nutrition.
This quote is written / told by Dalai Lama somewhere between July 6, 1935 and today. He was a famous Leader from Tibet.
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