Piyawadana

There is no enemy like infatuation and fire like wrath. -Chanakya-

Association with the wise, abandonment of latent impressions, self-enquiry, control of breathing — these are the means of conquering the mind. -Valmiki-

Do not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution. -Chanakya-

Misfortune is the best fortune. Rejection by all is victory. -Valmiki-

We should not fret for what is past, nor should we be anxious about the future; men of discernment deal only with the present moment -Chanakya-

Education is the best friend. An educated person is respected everywhere. Education beats the beauty and the youth. -Kautilya-

As soon as the Mara of Death catches hold of you, there is no chance for liberation. Those who do not practice the Dharma will regret this when approaching death. -Guru padmasambawa-

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

The valiant does not tolerate indulgence, nor does he tolerate abhorrence. As he is pleased with his own self, he is not attached to anything. -Mahavira-

The fool indulges in sensual pleasures which in the end lead to pain. Easy and sinful life is the Cause of diseases. -Guru Gobind Singh Ji-