buddhist quotes

“Happiness is not found alone; it is found in relationship” - Buddhist teachings

-Relationships must be compassionate and non-harmful

-Buddhists marry for love, stability and ethical living

“Avoid sensual misconduct” - Third Moral Precept

-Sex must not harm others

-Buddhists avoid cheating, coercion or exploitation

“Intention is what defines karma.”

-Good intentions make relationships moral

-Buddhists commonly cohabit without moral issue

“As long as love harms no one, it is pure” - Buddhist teachings

-Love is judged by compassion, not gender

-Buddhist communities welcome LGBTQ+ couples

“Cease to do harm.”

-Preventing unwanted suffering is ethical

-Most Buddhists freely use contraception

“A wise person honours their parents.”

-Family relationships build good karma

-Buddhists teach children kindness, generosity, respect

“In all things, the mind makes no distinction.”

-Gender does not affect spiritual potential

-Buddhists support equal rights and female leaders