Don't pray for lighter burdens, but for stronger backs.

The thought manifests as the word. The word manifests as the deed. The deed develops into habit. And the habit hardens into character. So watch the thought and its ways with care. And let it spring from love, born out of concern for all beings.

Be your own lamps. Be your own shelters. Hang on to the truth as a lamp. Hang on to the truth as a refuge.

Conquer a liar with truth.

All beings tremble before violence. All love life. All fear death. See yourself in others. Then whom can you hurt? What harm can you do?

Chaos is inherent in all compounded things. Strive on with diligence.

Times of luxury do not last long, but pass away very quickly; nothing in this world can be long enjoyed.