If one man kills a hundred men, and another man masters himself, the second man is the much greater warrior.
The greatest action is not conforming with the worlds ways.
One of his students asked Buddha, “Are you the Messiah?” “No,” answered Buddha. “Then are you a healer?” “No,” Buddha replied. “Then are you a teacher?” the student persisted. “No, I am not a teacher.” “Then what are you?” asked the student exasperated. “I am awake,” Buddha replied.
The no-mind not-thinks no-thoughts about no-things.
Health is the first benefit. Content is the first fortune. Friendliness is the first kindness. Nirvana is the first happiness.
Besides the respect of the lives of human beings, all the animals and plants should be on the list too. That is the real humanitarianism.
In protecting oneself, others are protected; In protecting others, oneself is protected.
Following the Noble Path is like entering a dark room with a light in the hand; the darkness will all be cleared away, and the room will be filled with light.
Inner freedom is not guided by our efforts; it comes from seeing what is true.
All fear violence, all are afraid of death.
It takes hundred of years sitting together in the same boat. It takes thousand of years sharing the same bed with. It calls : the predestined affinity.
There are flowers in Spring, breezes in Summer, moon in Autumn, snows in Winter. If there is nothing worrying you, it will be the best seasons at all times.
By giving away food we get more strength. By bestowing clothing on others we gain more beauty. By donating abodes of purity and truth we acquire great treasures.
A person writing at night may put out the lamp, but the words he has written will remain. It is the same with the destiny we create for ourselves in this world.
Seeker, empty the boat, lighten the load, be free of craving and judgment and hatred, and feel the joy of the way.
Once you know the nature of anger and joy is empty and you let them go, you free yourself from karma.
Let the wise guard their thoughts, which are difficult to perceive, extremely subtle, and wander at will. Thought which is well guarded is the bearer of happiness.
How deeply did you learn to let go?
After enlightenment, the laundry.
The more completely we give of ourselves, the more completely the world gives back to us.