92 Quotes by Akkineni Nagarjuna

Because there are no phenomena which are not dependent arisings, there are no phenomena which are not void.

Just as the grammarian makes one study grammar,

Ultimate serenity is the coming to rest of all ways of taking things, the repose of named things; no truth has been taught by a Buddha for anyone, anywhere.

The teachings of elegant sayings Should be collected when one can. For the supreme gift of words of wisdom, Any price will be paid.

There is pleasure when a sore is scratched, But to be without sores is more pleasurable still. Just so, there are pleasures in worldly desires, But to be without desires is more pleasurable still.

True knowledge is a virtue of the talented, but harmful to those without discernment. Spring water free of impurity, entering the ocean, becomes undrinkable.

Without hope of reward

In peace there is profundity from which the highest respect arises from respect comes power and command therefore observe peace.

The logs of wood which move down the river together Are driven apart by every wave. Such inevitable parting Should not be the cause of misery.