Truly, it is in darkness that one finds the light, so when we are in sorrow, then this light is nearest of all to us.
From the solemn gloom of the temple children run out to sit in the dust. God watches them play and forgets the priest.
The evil ruler spoils the word, the plan of life, by his teachings. He, indeed, deprives me of the exalted goal of good thought. With the word of my spirit, I pray to You, O Wise One, and to truth!
Familiarity with books is not knowledge. One’s entire life is a continuous process of learning.
Unconditioned compassion overcomes all forms of obstacles, doubts, fears and expectations. Unconditioned compassion and loving kindness go beyond all boundaries, not only physical boundaries but also mental ones.
An ignorant man committing evil deeds does not realise the consequences. The imprudent man is consumed by his own deeds, like one burnt by fire.
