Hatred does not cease in this world by hating, but by not hating; this is an eternal truth.

Do not believe anything on the mere authority of teachers or priests. Accept as true and as the guide to your life only that which accords with your own reason and experience, after thorough investigation. Accept only that which contributes to the well-being of yourself and others.

The mind precedes all things, the mind dominates all things, the mind creates all things.

Do not believe what you have heard Do not believe in tradition because it is handed down many generations Do not believe in anything that has been spoken of many times Do not believe because the written statements come from some old sage Do not believe in conjecture Do not believe in authority, or teachers, or elders But after careful observation and analysis, when it agrees with reason and it will benefit one and all, then accept it and live by it.

How wonderful! How wonderful! All things are perfect, exactly as they are.

For those who are always courteous and respectful of elders, four things increase: life, beauty, happiness and strength.

To conquer oneself is a greater task than conquering others.