Peace, in the sense of the absence of war, is of little value to someone who is dying of hunger or cold. It will not remove the pain of torture inflicted on a prisoner of conscience. It does not comfort those who have lost their loved ones in floods caused by senseless deforestation in a neighboring country. Peace can only last where human rights are respected, where the people are fed, and where individuals and nations are free.
HH the Dalai Lama:

Alan Foley, London, UK

To the guy in Delhi - no offence intended, but....Just because monks have felt the need to do such events, such as burning cars does not mean they no longer fight for the greater cause that is buddhism / peacful means. They have not 'stooped to such a low level', but merely done what they can to show the Junta / world that they care and are serious about their support! They are still peaceful and I admire their personal sacrifice to support their followers - far more than what many will do! What they need is support from others, not useless comments that only goes to show you have no idea what you're talking about. Yes I see your point to some extent, but this is not one of those 'travesty'!! Go to Burma to see what it's really like for everyday people and perhaps you can then make your comment.

Koyumora, London,

The Monks are the only ones with enough power to strike fear in the heart of the junta.

"Liberty is not merely a privilege to be conferred; it is a habit to be acquired." --David Lloyd George

Go Monks, if you are willing to die for liberty, you shall have it. Eventually the people will be emboldened and stand up for their rights.

MRE, Las Vegas, USA/NV