Do not blindly believe what others say. See for yourself what brings contentment, clarity and peace. That is the path for you to follow.

Pity arises when we are sorry for someone.Compassion is when we understand and help wisely.

One may desire a spurious respect and precedence among one's fellow monks, and the veneration of outsiders. "Both monks and laity should think it was my doing. They should accept my authority in all matters great or small." This is a fool's way of thinking. His self-seeking and conceit just increase.

Learn this from water: loud splashes the brook but the oceans depth are calm.

All things that are born must die. Work hard for your own freedom from sorrow.

The world is continuous flux and is impermanent.

Before enlightenment; chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment; chop wood, carry water.