Sinners often speak the truth. And saints have led people astray. Examine what is said, not the one who says it.

As the Arabs say, "The nature of rain is the same, but it makes thorns grow in the marshes and flowers in the gardens.

The Rose does not preen herself to catch my eye. She blooms because she blooms. A saint is a saint until he knows he is one.

Any time you are with anyone or think of anyone you must say to yourself: I am dying and this person too is dying, attempting the while to experience the truth of the words you are saying. If every one of you agrees to practice this, bitterness will die out, harmony will arise.

Sinners often speak the truth. And saints have led people astray. Examine what is said, not the one who says it.

All conflict comes from attachment.

Religion is the finger pointing to God. People are too busy licking the finger to notice where it's pointing.