Confusion conditions activity, which conditions consciousness, which conditions embodied personality, which conditions sensory experiences, which conditions impact, which conditions mood, which conditions craving, which conditions clinging, which conditions becoming, which conditions birth, which conditions aging and death.

The method of trying to conquer hatred through hatred never succeeds in overcoming hatred. But, the method of overcoming hatred through non-hatred is eternally effective. That is why that method is described as eternal wisdom.

If the traveller can find A virtuous and wise companion Let him go with him joyfully And overcome the dangers of the way. But if you cannot find Friend or master to go with you, Travel on alone.

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

The gift of truth excels all other gifts.

We living beings, right down to crickets, ants, mosquitoes , and flies, all possess life that is without beginning or end.

If you let cloudy water settle, it will become clear. If you let your upset mind settle, your course will also become clear.