Wisdom Quotes

Speak only endearing speech, speech that is welcomed. Speech, when it brings no evil to others, is a pleasant thing.

Just as a solid rock is not shaken by the storm, even so the wise are not affected by praise or blame.

Purity and impurity depend on oneself; no one can purify another.

A noble one produces an abundance of merit by having a compassionate mind towards all living beings.

If with a pure mind a person speaks or acts, happiness follows them like a never-departing shadow.

Those who cling to perceptions and views wander the world offending people.

Whoever doesn’t flare up at someone who’s angry wins a battle hard to win.

Radiate boundless love towards the entire world — above, below, and across — unhindered, without ill will, without enmity.

The root of suffering is attachment.

Should someone do good, let them do it again and again. They should develop this habit, for the accumulation of goodness brings joy.