But avoid foolish controversies… because these are unprofitable and useless.
Titus 3:9
Wisdom
From all who taught me have I gained understanding.
Book of Psalms 119:99
Kindness
And speak to people kindly.
Qur’an Surat al-Baqarah 2:83
Motivation
To act solely from a desire for rewards is not laudable.
The Laws of Manu, Chapter II:2
Modesty
The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions.
The Analects by Confucius, Part 14
Practice
Fruitful are the fair words of one who practices them.
The Dhammapada, Chapter 4 Flowers, 52
Reflection
A reflective, contented mind is the best possession.
The Hymns of Zarathushtra, Ushtavaiti Gatha, Yasna 43:15
Essence
What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?
Gospel of Mark 8:36
Study
Lazybones, go to the ant; Study its ways and learn.
Book of Proverbs 6:6
Humility
And do not walk upon the earth exultantly. Indeed, you will never tear the earth [apart], and you will never reach the mountains in height.
Qur’an Surah al-Isra 17:37
Light
The same Light pervades all.
Kirtan Sohila (Song of Peace), Dhanasri Measure, Guru Nanak
Conciliation
By non-hatred alone is hatred appeased.
The Dhammapada,
Chapter 1 The Pairs, 5
Thoughts
We are what our thoughts have made us.
Swami Vivekananda
Courage
To see what is right and not to do it is want of courage.
The Analects by Confucius, Part 2
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