If you see an intelligent man who tells you where true treasures are to be found, who shows what is to be avoided, and administers reproofs,follow that wise man ; it will be better, not worse, for those who follow him.

Whatsoever, after due examination and analysis, you find to be kind, conducive to the good, the benefit, the welfare of all beings...that doctrine believe and cling to, and take it as your guide.

One is not called noble who harms living beings. By not harming living beings one is called noble.

The right time to show your good character is when you are pestered by someone weaker than you.

The world is continuous flux and is impermanent.

Craving brings pain; craving brings fear. If you do not yield to craving, you will be free from pain and fear

Even loss and betrayal can bring us awakening.