Adages of Wisdom Quotes by Master Sheng Yen

In life, we must make the best preparations, and be ready for the worst. *** As long as we still have breath, we have boundless hope, an...

A Chinese Story about Harmony

On a rainy night of New Year's eve, a lonely little girl was saddened by the disagreements that brought upon her family members. Litte...

Shantideva's Inspirational Wish

"May I become food and drink in the eons of famine for those poverty-stricken suffers. May I be a doctor, medicine and nurse for all...

Adages of Wisdom Quotes by Master Sheng Yen

A positive life pivots on modesty; the bigger the ego, the greater the insecurity. *** The noble pursue the path, the average pursue the...

A Sufi Story: Nasrudin's Chickpeas and Bread

Mulla Nasrudin was eating a poor man's diet of chickpeas and bread. His neighbor, who also claimed to be a wise man, was living in a gra...

Inspirational Zen Story: Heaven and Hell

Hakuin Ekaku, the fiery and intensely dynamic Zen master, was once visited by a samurai warrior. "I want to know about heaven and hel...

Adages of Wisdom Quotes by Master Sheng Yen

The meaning of life lies in serving; the value of life in giving. *** The purpose of life is to receive karmic results, fulfill old vows...

Trying A Matchmaker Service

In today's busy world, dating has become harder than ever – to find love and romance in their busy lives, many are turning to matchmaker...

Ajahn Brahm's Inspiring Wisdom: A Truckload of Dung

From "Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung ? : Inspiring Wisdom for Welcoming Life's Difficulties" By Ajahn Brahm Unpleasant...