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.

Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own unguarded thoughts.

Like a lovely flower full of color but lacking in fragrance, are the words of those who do not practice what they teach.

To share happiness, and to have done something good before leaving this life is sweet.

But if you do not find an intelligent companion, a wise and well-behaved person going the same way as yourself, then go on your way alone, like a king abandoning a conquered kingdom, or like a great elephant in the deep forest.

In compassion lies the world's true strength.

There's a treasury full of jade and jewels; It is in you. Don't go searching far from home for it-it's here.