Buddha wanted evolution, he wanted the world to be united: PM Modi
An Ambitious Proposal To Transform The Buddha Stupa Here Into A Centre Dedicated To The Life And Teachings Of The Buddha Would Also Be Discussed At The Gathering Which Is To Be Attended By Ambassadors, MPs, Scholars And Buddhist Monks From Across The Globe.
On the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said his teachings of compassion were the answer to the ongoing turmoil in the world and wished that “beloved” Nepal bounces back soon from its current crisis created by the devastating earthquake.
“We should share the pain and wipe the tears of people of Nepal,” he said while referring to the devastation caused in the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
He wished that Nepal overcomes its present crisis and quickly bounces back with new strength even as he observed that the tragedy is so huge that nobody can assess how long it will take for recovery.
Mr. Modi was addressing a gathering here on ‘Buddha Purnima’ where one-minute silence was observed in memory of those killed in the recent earthquake in Nepal and India.
“The birthplace of Lord Buddha, our beloved Nepal is going through a massive crisis. It is difficult to imagine how long and arduous this journey will be. We should share the pain of people of Nepal. Let us pray to Lord Buddha that they get new strength,” he said.
Mr. Modi said the world is going through “turmoil” and the teachings of Lord Buddha can show the way out.
“Violence is at its peak. Major part of the world is soaked in blood.... People are baying for each other’s blood.
In this situation of bloodshed, where will the message of compassion come from? The only resort is Lord Buddha and his teachings,” the Prime Minister said.
He cited how Buddha, who was born as a prince, renounced the wordly things like power and wealth to seek salvation through spiritualism 2500 years back.
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