You must lance an ulcer to heal it. You must tear down parts of an old building to restore it, and so it is with a sensual life that has no spirit in it.

There are many languages in the world; in meaning all are the same. If you break the cups, water will be unified and will flow together.

I don’t regret how much I love, and I avoid those who repent their passion.

Every object, every being...is a jar full of delight.

Let the beauty of what you love be what you do.

Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop.

The desire to know your own soul will end all other desires.