The impermanent, which is the body, is given too much importance. The permanent, which is the Atman, is completely forgotten. This should change.

Isn't it human beings who impart vitality to the image in the temple? If no one sculpts the stone, it doesn't become an image. If no one installs it in the temple, it does not acquire any sanctity. If no worship is done, it does not acquire any power. Without human effort there cannot be any temples. What is wrong then in saying that we should view great masters as equal to God? Temples installed by such spiritual masters have a special energy of their own.

Look at the optimism of Nature. Nothing can stop it. Only the ego makes humans pessimistic, and this causes suffering.

Children, do not listen to those who malign masters and sages. Never listen to or indulge in derogatory talk about anyone. When we harbor negative thoughts about others, our minds become impure.

Amidst sorrows, the only thing that enlivens us is optimistic faith. Never lose that faith.

Thinking that God wants something from us is like showing a candle to the sun.

The impermanent, which is the body, is given too much importance. The permanent, which is the Atman, is completely forgotten. This should change.