Neither my life of luxury in the palace -nor- my life as ascetic in the forest were ways to enlightenment.
Gautama BuddhaIt is ignorance that smothers, and it is carelessness that makes it invisible. The hunger of craving pollutes the world, and the pain of suffering causes the greatest fear.
Gautama BuddhaTimes of luxury do not last long, but pass away very quickly; nothing in this world can be long enjoyed.
Gautama BuddhaThere is no fire like greed, No crime like hatred, No sorrow like separation, No sickness like hunger of heart, And no joy like the joy of freedom. Health, contentment and trust Are your greatest possessions, And freedom your greatest joy. Look within. Be still. Free from fear and attachment, Know the sweet joy of living in the way.
Gautama Buddha