Men give up one thing to take up another, but in spite of numerous changes they do not find peace. They are no better than monkeys who let go one bough to take hold of another, only to let it go again.

The method of trying to conquer hatred through hatred never succeeds in overcoming hatred. But, the method of overcoming hatred through non-hatred is eternally effective. That is why that method is described as eternal wisdom.

Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle. Happiness never decreases by being shared.

To force oneself to believe and to accept a thing without understanding is political, and not spiritual or intellectual.

Hatred is never ended by hatred but by love.

Life is like the harp string, if it is strung too tight it won't play, if it is too loose it hangs, the tension that produces the beautiful sound lies in the middle.

Do not believe what your teacher tells you merely out of respect for the teacher.