In the sky, there is no distinction of east and west; people create disticntions out of their own minds and then believe them to be true.

Stay centered, do not overstretch. Extend from your center, return to your center.

One of his students asked Buddha, "Are you the Messiah?" "No," answered Buddha. "Then are you a healer?" "No," Buddha replied. "Then are you a teacher?" the student persisted. "No, I am not a teacher." "Then what are you?" asked the student exasperated. "I am awake," Buddha replied.

Giving the best to others are giving the best to us. The value of life is not based on how long we live. But, how much can we contribute to others in our society ?

To be concerned with the issue; soul versus non-soul, is to be in bondage to craving for becoming and non-becoming.

Like a caring mother holding and guarding the life of her only child, so with a boundless heart of loving kindness, hold yourself and all beings as your beloved children.

Happiness or sorrow- whatever befalls you, walk on untouched, unattached.