The glorious chariots of kings wear out, and the body wears out and grows old; but the virtue of the good never grows old.

Be a lamp unto yourselves! Work out your liberation with diligence! Fill your mind with compassion!

Not merely by rules of conduct and religious observances, nor by much learning either, nor even by attainment of concentration, nor by sleeping alone, do I reach the happiness of freedom, to which no worldlings attain. If you have not put an end to compulsions, nurse your faith

In our interactions with others, gentleness, kindness, respectare the source of harmony

When things are going well, be mindful of adversityWhen prosperous, be mindful of povertyWhen loved, be mindful of thoughtfulnessWhen respected, be mindful of humility

Let none find fault with others; let none see the omissions and commissions of others. But let one see one's own acts, done and undone.

All the holy words you read and all the holy words you speak are as nothing if you do not act upon them. Even if you read little and say little but live the right way, forsaking craving, hatred and delusion, you will know the truth and find calmness and will show others the path.