We need faith, not because there are beings who will punish us or reward us, but because gods are a wonderful way of describing things that are happening to us.
Ming-Dao DengSelf-discipline leads to higher spiritual states only if practiced with under- standing. The clearer the goal, the greater the result.
Ming-Dao DengAll teachings are mere references. The true experience is living your own life. Then, even the holiest of words are only words.
Ming-Dao Deng