While others are engaged in inferior and menial tasks in which they encounter many difficulties, how can I sit here at peace and do nothing? I must and shall benefit them, but without ever succumbing to the poison of self-importance. — 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
What need is there to say more? The childish work for their own benefit, The Buddhas work for the benefit of others. Just look… — Shantideva Copy Share Image
In joy and sorrow all are equal, Thus be guardian of all, as of yourself. — Shantideva Copy Share Image
