Be a light unto yourself.

To support mother and father, to cherish wife and children, and to be engaged in peaceful occupation - this is the greatest blessing.

There is no fire like passion. There are no chains like hate. Illusion is a net, Desire is a rushing river.

Be your own lamps. Be your own shelters. Hang on to the truth as a lamp. Hang on to the truth as a refuge.

To master the pride of defiant selfhood, that in truth is the highest bliss.

Watch the thought and its ways with care, and let it spring from love born out of concern for all beings.

Chase after money and security and your heart will never unclench.