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Cheng Yen Quotes

born 1937 Taiwan

Cheng Yen (證嚴法師; Zhèngyán Fǎshī; born Chin-Yun Wong; 14 May 1937) is a Taiwanese Buddhist nun, teacher, and philanthropist. She is the founder of the humanitarian organization Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation, also known simply as Tzu Chi.

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The reason that people cannot be humble is because they cling to their past achievements (p. 24)

The hardest thing for people to see is themselves (p. 34)

In handling matters, let your mind influence your heart. In dealing with people, let your heart influence your mind. (p. 44)

Unconditional giving is not a privilege of the rich but an utmost sincere love. (p. 250)

Affliction is like a poisonous snake that sleeps in the mind; the moment it is disturbed, it will bite you. (p. 176)

A happy person creates a happy home, and from that is able to contribute to his country and finally the world. (p. 18)

Love and Mercy transcends races, nationalities and geographical distance. (p. vi)

To study Buddhism under me is to adopt a new way of life. (p. 20)

It is never too late for a deep-rooted affinity to blossom. Do not worry over a distant journey as long as we find the way. (p. 194)

We are all human beings, the best of us a saint, but never a god. We can follow a saint's conduct and imitate his behavior, but it is unnecessary to worship him. (p. 7)

Attribution

Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Cheng Yen (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.