Wandering ascetic and religious teacher who lived in South Asia during the 6th or 5th century BCE and founded Buddhism
I do not believe in a fate that falls on men however they act; but I do believe in a fate that falls on them unless they act.
The way is not in the sky. The way is in the heart.
The whole secret of existence is to have no fear. Never fear what will become of you, depend on no one. Only the moment you reject all help are you freed.
Meditation brings wisdom; lack of mediation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what hold you back, and choose the path that leads to wisdom.
To keep the body in good health is a duty... otherwise we shall not be able to keep our mind strong and clear.
We are formed and molded by our thoughts. Those whose minds are shaped by selfless thoughts give joy when they speak or act. Joy follows them like a shadow that never leaves them.
We are formed and moulded by our thoughts. Those whose minds are shaped by selfless thoughts give joy when they speak or act. Joy follows them like a shadow that never leaves them.
In the sky, there is no distinction of east and west; people create distinctions out of their own minds and then believe them to be true.
When you realize how perfect everything is you will tilt your head back and laugh at the sky.
All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become.