May those whose hell it is to hate and hurt be turned into lovers bringing flowers.

Unruly beings are as unlimited as space They cannot possibly all be overcome, But if I overcome thoughts of anger alone This will be equivalent to vanquishing all foes. Where would I possibly find enough leather With which to cover the surface of the earth? But (wearing) leather just on the soles of my shoes Is equivalent to covering the earth with it. Likewise it is not possible for me To restrain the external course of things; But should I restrain this mind of mine What would be the need to restrain all else?

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

If the problem can be solved why worry? If the problem cannot be solved worrying will do you no good.

My body, thus, and all my good besides, And all my merits gained and to be gained, I give them all away withholding nothing To bring about the benefit of beings.

Others are my main concern. When I notice something of mine, I steal it and give it to others.

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