It is more important to prevent animal suffering, rather than sit to contemplate the evils of the universe praying in the company of priests.

Cultivation of meditative stability alone, will not destroy the discrimination of inherent existence. Afflictive emotions can return, making all sorts of disturbances

Those who have failed to work toward the truth have missed the purpose of living.

The less you have, the less you have to worry about.

The mind precedes all things, the mind dominates all things, the mind creates all things.

Moved by their selfish desires, people seek after fame and glory. But when they have acquired it, they are already stricken in years. If you hanker after worldly fame and practise not the Way, your labors are wrongfully applied and your energy is wasted. It is like unto burning an incense stick. However much its pleasing odor be admired, the fire that consumes is steadily burning up the stick.

Do not blindly believe what others say. See for yourself what brings contentment, clarity and peace. That is the path for you to follow.