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When a man speaks or acts with good intention, then happiness follows
him like his shadow that never leaves him. |
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All states have mind as their forerunner, mind is their chief, and
they are mind-made. If one speaks or acts, with a defiled mind; then
suffering follow one even as the wheel follows the hoof of the
draught-ox. |
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He whose mind does not flutter by contact with worldly contingencies,
sorrowless, stainless and secure -- this is Hight Blessing ! |
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From moment to moment, a wise man removes his own impurities, as a
smith removes the dross of silver. |
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Be on your guard against mental agitation, be controlled in thoughts,
forsaking evil thoughts, follow right ways in thoughts. |
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You, the disciples of Gotama, must well awaken, by day and by night
always contemplate the perfect sage -- Buddha. |
