Follow not after the vain, understand the ills of sense pleasures. One who is vigilant and meditative, obtains deep joy.

Cut out the love of self, like an autumn lotus with thy hand!

I, ever knowing the living beings Who tread the Path and those who do not In response to those who may be saved Preach to them a variety of dharmas, Each time having this thought: 'How may I cause the beings To contrive to enter the Unexcelled Path and quickly to perfect the Buddha-body?'

Don't blindly believe what I say. Don't believe me because others convince you of my words. Don't believe anything you see, read, or hear from others, whether of authority, religious teachers or texts.

If you are poor, live wisely. If you have riches, live wisely. It is not your station in life but your heart that brings blessings.

Live joyfully, without desire.

If you want to know the past, look at your present. If you want to know the future, look at your present.