We always wanna fight about what we think are our differences, but really we are fighting contrasts of the same.

He (Jesus) gave up his life not because of the so-called sins of humanity, but because he was too adamant to give in to orthodox monstrosity.

Know that the true dharma emerges of itself [during the practice of zazen], clearing away hindrances and distractions.

Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.

I have come to think that's where Heaven is, a place in the memories of other where our best selves live

There are three difficulties in authorship; to write any thing worth the publishing — to find honest men to publish it — and to get sensible men to read it.

The status quo (of development) pre-ordains failure from the very beginning.

Too many dots," Miller said. "Not enough lines.

The more we hold on to our hurts, anger and bitterness, the more we become slaves to unforgiveness.

The restraining grace of common sense is the mark of all valid minds.

Be different, be altruistic. Be strange, work for others in response to their harm. Raise eyebrows, be generous without agenda.