Understand that the body is merely the foam of a wave, the shadow of a shadow.

When faced with the vicissitudes of life, one's mind remains unshaken, sorrow-less, stainless, secure; this is the greatest welfare

Many do not realize that we here must die. For those who realize this, quarrels end.

Pain is certain, suffering is optional.

Words do not express thoughts very well; every thing immediately becomes a little different, a little distorted, a little foolish. And yet it also pleases me and seems right that what is of value and wisdom of one man seems nonsense to another.

All beings wish for happiness, so extend your compassion to all.

It is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles.