Just as one can make a lot of garlands from a heap of flowers, so man, subject to birth and death as he is, should make himself a lot of good karma.

On a long journey of human life, faith is the best of companions; it is the best refreshment on the journey; and it is the greatest property.

Health is the first benefit. Content is the first fortune. Friendliness is the first kindness. Nirvana is the first happiness.

One act of pure love in saving life is greater than spending the whole of one's time in religious offerings to the gods . . .

If I had even a slight awareness, and practiced the Great Way, what I would fear would be deviating from it.

Pain is the outcome of sin.

Do not say anything harsh: what you have said will be said back to you.