All phenomena are preceded by the mind, created by the mind, and have the mind as their master.
Quote Authors: The Buddha
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Do I speak at the right time, or not? Do
Do I speak at the right time, or not? Do I speak of facts, or not? Do I speak gently or harshly? Do I speak profitable words or not? Do I speak with a kindly heart, or inwardly malicious?
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Meditation brings wisdom, lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well
Meditation brings wisdom, lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back and choose the path that leads to wisdom.
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Those who are free of resentful thoughts surely find peace.
Those who are free of resentful thoughts surely find peace.
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Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon,
Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.
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Conditions fall apart. Persist with diligence.
Conditions fall apart. Persist with diligence.
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What is past is left behind. The future is yet
What is past is left behind. The future is yet unreached. Whatever quality is present, clearly see it right there.
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Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your
Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own unguarded thoughts.
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To have much learning and skill, to be well-trained in
To have much learning and skill, to be well-trained in discipline, and good in speech — this is the highest blessing.
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A single lamp may light hundreds of thousands of lamps
A single lamp may light hundreds of thousands of lamps without itself being diminished.