Be a lamp unto yourself. Work out your liberation with diligence, says the Budhha


 The UN proclaimed 'Day of Vesak' is meant to acknowledge the contribution of Buddhism to human spirituality. At the UN Headquarters, the day is commemorated annually during the full moon of May to celebrate three important events — the birth, full awakening, and the passing away of the Buddha Siddhartha Gautama.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres: said that at this time of strife, the Buddha’s teachings of tolerance, compassion, and service to humanity were a source of solace and strength. "As we navigate the path to a better future, let us seize the spirit of Vesak," he added.

Sayings of the Buddha

  • No one saves us but ourselves. No one can and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.
  • Peace comes from within.  Do not seek it without.
  • Your purpose in life is to find your purpose and give your whole heart and soul to it
  • There is no path to happiness: happiness is the path.
  • Nothing can harm you as much as your own thoughts unguarded.
  • Nothing ever exists entirely alone; everything is in relation to everything else.
  • Purity or impurity depends on oneself,
  • No one can purify another.
  • Nothing is forever except change.
  • The past is already gone, the future is not yet here. There's only one moment for you to live, and that is the present moment
  • Attachment leads to suffering.
  • With our thoughts we make the world.
  • Set your heart on doing good. Do it over and over again, and you will be filled with joy.
  • Better than a thousand hollow words is one word that brings peace.
  • A generous heart, kind speech, and a life of service and compassion are the things which renew humanity.



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