As a water bead on a lotus leaf, as water on a red lily, does not adhere, so the sage does not adhere to the seen, the heard, or the sensed.

Of all footprints, that of the elephant is supreme. Similarly, of all mindfulness meditations, that on death is supreme.

If a man going down into a river, swollen and swiftly flowing, is carried away by the current - how can he help others across?

Offensive acts come back upon the evil doer, like dust that is thrown against the wind.

On a long journey of human life, faith is the best of companions; it is the best refreshment on the journey; and it is the greatest property.

I have passed in ignorance through a cycle of many rebirths, seeking the builder of the house. Continuous rebirth is a painful thing. But now, housebuilder, I have found you out. You will not build me a house again. All your rafters are broken, your ridge-pole shattered. My mind is free from active thought, and has made an end of craving.

All created things are impermanent. Strive diligently.