How long the night to the watchman, How long the road to the weary traveller, How long the wandering of many lives To the fool who misses the way.

How can one ever know anything if they are too busy thinking?

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.

Do not carry with you your mistakes. Do not carry your cares. Travel on alone. Like an elephant in the forest.

Rage is a powerful energy that with diligent practice can be transformed into fierce compassion. However much we disagree with our enemies, our task is to identify with them. They too feel justified in their point of view.

Comparing oneself to others in such terms as "Just as I am so are they, just as they are so am I," he should neither kill nor cause others to kill.

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.