These are the roots of trees, O monks, these are empty huts. Meditate, monks, do not be negligent, or else you will regret it later. This is our instruction to you.

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.

You are the source of all purity and impurity. No one purifies another.

Mankind have love, animals have affection. The harmonious and beautiful world is revealed.

Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue.

If you see an intelligent man who tells you where true treasures are to be found, who shows what is to be avoided, and administers reproofs,follow that wise man ; it will be better, not worse, for those who follow him.

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