Learning is like a cow of desire. It, like her, yields in all seasons. Like a mother, it feeds you on your journey. Therefore learning is a hidden treasure.

The foolish wish to speak out what was spoken in secret by the master.

At the time of the pralaya (universal destruction) the oceans are to exceed their limits and seek to change, but a saintly man never changes.

He who lives in our mind is near though he may actually be far away; but he who is not in our heart is far though he may really be nearby.

A man attains greatness by his merits, not simply by occupying an exalted seat. Can we call a crow an eagle (garuda) simply because he sits on the top of a tall building.

Wealth, a friend, a wife, and a kingdom may be regained; but this body when lost may never be acquired again.

Never make friends with people who are above or below you in status. Such friendships will never give you any happiness.