“After all, suffering, though of course unwanted, has its uses. Without it we would be like the gods, never longing for release from saṃsāra.” — Śāntideva Copy Share Image
“Those desiring speedily to be A refuge for themselves and others Should make the interchange of "I" and "other," And thus embrace a sacred… — Śāntideva Copy Share Image
“When happiness is liked by me and others equally, what is so special about me that I should strive after happiness only for myself?” — Śāntideva Copy Share Image
“When fear and suffering are disliked by me and others equally what is so special about me that I protect myself and not the… — Śāntideva Copy Share Image
“when one has searched for these as realities, who desires and what is desired?” — santideva Copy Share Image
