“Only the other world has substance and reality only good deeds and holy learning have tangible worth.”

“Above all, you must fight conceit, envy, and every kind of ill-feeling in your heart.”

“Remember that it is not enough to abstain from lying by word of mouth; for the worst lies are often conveyed by a false look, smile, or act.”

“The dearest days in one's life are those that seem very far and very near at once.”

“Life is much shorter than I imagined it to be.”

“Be modest, humble, simple. Control your anger.”