In the light of his vision that is the perspective that allows him to be grateful that things are not worse he has found his freedom and joy: his thoughts are peace, his words are peace and his work is peace.

You yourself must make an effort. Buddhas are only show the way. The thoughtful who enter the way are freed from the bondage of defilements.

I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act.

When a wise man is advised of his errors, he will reflect on and improve his conduct. When his misconduct is pointed out, a foolish man will not only disregard the advice but rather repeat the same error.

To be idle is a short road to death and to be diligent is a way of life; foolish people are idle, wise people are diligent.

Whatever the hateful do to the hateful, or an enemy to an enemy, worse is the harm of a misguided mind directed at oneself.

As solid rock remains unmoved by the wind, so the wise remain unmoved by blame and praise.