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

There is no evil like hatred, and no fortitude like patience.

- Shantideva

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

Whatever happens, I will not let my cheerfulness be disturbed. Being unhappy won't get me anywhere and will dissipate all my goodness. Why be unhappy…

- Shantideva

May I become at all times, both now and forever: a protector for those without protection; a guide for those who have lost their way; a ship for thos…

- Shantideva

All those who are unhappy in the world are so as a result of their desire for their own happiness. All those who are happy in the world are so as a r…

- Shantideva

As long as space abides and as long as the world abides, so long may I abide, destroying the sufferings of the world.

- Shantideva

How wonderful will it be when all beings experience each other as limbs on the one body of life.

- Shantideva

It is natural for the immature to harm others. Getting angry with them is like resenting a fire for burning.

- Shantideva