All the happiness there is in this world Arises from wishing others to be happy. And all the suffering there is in this world Arises from wishing oneself to be happy.

It is not possible to control all external events; But, if I simply control my mind what need is there to control other things?

May I be a light for those in need of light. May I be a bed for those in need of rest. May I be a servant for those in need of service, for all embodied beings.

What need is there to say more? The childish work for their own benefit, The Buddhas work for the benefit of others. Just look at the difference between them.

There is no evil like hatred, and no fortitude like patience.

There is nothing to fear other than my mind.

In the ages marked by scarcity and want, may I myself appear as drink and sustenance.