80 Quotes by Deng Ming-Dao

Above all, be compassionate. This is a stand against all evil and it opens your spirit.

Knowing the steps to create living growth: that is art.

Each day your life grows a day shorter. Make every move count.

Whether we remain the ash or become the phoenix is up to us.

If you hold a real weapon in your hand, you will feel its character strongly. It begs to be used. It is fearsome. Its only purpose is death, and its power is not just in the material from which it is made but also from the intention of its makers.

Money is never more important than your body and mind, but you must work and support yourself. Never depend on others for your livelihood.

To simply be ourselves is the greatest challenge but the simplest spiritual technique. A.

Even on the road to hell, flowers can make you smile.

Every ordinary moment, every little detail should be a celebration of your personal understanding. Your smallest act should be permeated with reverence.