Do not speak - unless it improves on silence.

What's done to the children is done to society.

Dignity and quiet joy in all that we do are the expression of perfect concentration and perfect wisdom.

If you don't see God in the next person you meet, look no further.

"Existence is sorrow." Understand, and go beyond sorrow. This is the way of brightness.

Flower and thorn are in the same stem.

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.

There are two things that we should avoid, oh disciple! A life of pleasures, that is low and vain. A life of mortification, that is useless and vain.

The tongue like a sharp knife ... Kills without drawing blood.

Goodwill toward all beings is the true religion; cherish in your hearts boundless goodwill to all that lives.

All rising to great places is by a winding stair.

Health is the first benefit. Content is the first fortune. Friendliness is the first kindness. Nirvana is the first happiness.

To keep the body in good health is a duty, for otherwise we shall not be able to trim the lamp of wisdom, and keep our mind strong and clear.

Dispassion is the best of mental states. . . .

Observe the life by cause and consequence. Explore the life by wisdom. Treat the life by equality. Complete the life by love.

By your own efforts waken yourself, watch yourself. And live joyfully.

On a long journey of human life, faith is the best of companions; it is the best refreshment on the journey; and it is the greatest property.

Treat others with respect. How you treat others will be how they treat you.

To utter pleasant words without practicing them, is like a fine flower without fragrance.