"Just as treasures are uncovered from the earth, so virtue appears from good deeds, and wisdom appears from a pure and peaceful mind. To walk safely through the maze of human life, one needs the light of wisdom and the guidance of virtue."
"You can search throughout the entire universe for someone who is more deserving of your love and affection than you are yourself, and that person is not to be found anywhere. You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe deserve your love and affection."
"Hatred does not cease by hatred, but only by love; this is the eternal rule."
"Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship."
"Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life."
"To be idle is a short road to death and to be diligent is a way of life; foolish people are idle, wise people are diligent."