Examine thus yourself from every side. Note harmful thoughts and every futile striving. Thus it is that heroes in the bodhisattva path… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
It is not possible to control all external events; But, if I simply control my mind what need is there to control… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
That which is seen and that which is touched are of a dream-like and illusion-like nature. Because feeling arises together with the… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
The hostile multitudes are vast as spaceWhat chance is there that all should be subdued? Let but this angry mind be overthrownAnd… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Those who have no mental vigilance, Though they may hear the teachings, ponder them or meditate, With minds like water seeping from… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Unruly beings are as unlimited as space They cannot possibly all be overcome, But if I overcome thoughts of anger alone This… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Instead of trying to cover the whole world with leather, put on some sandals. — Shantideva Copy Share Image
In the ages marked by scarcity and want, may I myself appear as drink and sustenance. — Shantideva Copy Share Image
All the suffering in the world comes from seeking pleasure for oneself. All the happiness in the world comes from seeking pleasure for others. — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Examine thus yourself from every side. Note harmful thoughts and every futile striving. Thus it is that heroes in the bodhisattva path Apply the… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
All those who slight me to my face, Or do me any other evil, Even if they blame or slander me, May they attain… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Why be unhappy about something if it can be remedied? And what is the use of being unhappy about something if it cannot be… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
Those desiring to escape from suffering hasten right toward suffering. With the very desire for happiness, out of delusion they destroy their own happiness… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
It is not possible to control all external events; But, if I simply control my mind what need is there to control other things? — Shantideva Copy Share Image
It is natural for the immature to harm others. Getting angry with them is like resenting a fire for burning. — Shantideva Copy Share Image
“May the blind see the forms, May the deaf hear sounds. May the naked find clothing, The hungry find food; May the thirsty find… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
