Don't pray for lighter burdens, but for stronger backs.
There have been many Buddhas before me and will be many Buddhas in the future.
Sit Rest Work. Alone with yourself, Never weary. On the edge of the forest Live joyfully, Without desire.
To meditate is to listen with a receptive heart.
Do not let pleasure distract you from meditation, from the way. Free yourself from pleasure and pain.
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.