The evils of the body are murder, theft, and adultery; of the tongue, lying, slander, abuse and idle talk; of the mind, covetousness, hatred and error.

Neither my life of luxury in the palace -nor- my life as ascetic in the forest were ways to enlightenment.

The wise say that it is not an iron, wooden or fiber fetter which is a strong one, but the besotted hankering after trinkets, children and wives, that, say the wise, is the strong fetter. It drags one down, and loose as it feels, it is hard to break. Breaking this fetter, people renounce the world, free from longing and abandoning sensuality.

Awake. Be the witness of your thoughts. The elephant hauls himself from the mud. In the same way drag yourself out of your sloth.

In every trial Let understanding fight for you.

Ennui has made more gamblers than avarice, more drunkards than thirst, and perhaps as many suicides as despair.

May everyone be happy and safe, and may their hearts be filled with joy.