When the mind abandons the world, the mind is stained; when the mind arises, it is free. Bhikkhus, when one abandons the world, one is stained; when one arises, one is free. Bhikkhus, a well-instructed noble disciple does not have the mind abandon, does not have the mind stained, and does not have the mind free. Bhikkhus, a well-instructed noble disciple does not follow the freedom of the mind, but rather the mind follows the well-instructed noble disciple. (Madhyama Agama, Vol. 45, Heart Sutra)
Forgiveness is a virtue, but if it is used to treat one's own mistakes, it becomes a vice.
What is money? Money is like water for watering flowers. Proper watering makes plants vigorous, with flowers blooming in splendor, vibrant and striking throughout the four seasons. However, overwatering causes the plants to rot from the roots.
A stream breaks through the confinement of rocks, forging a path toward the light. Although it twists its own body, it reaches a state of green grass, red flowers, and ripe fruits.