In an instant illumination can be achieved, it is as easy as turning on a light, the problem is finding the switch in the dark. (Moroccan Proverb) - More Moroccan Proverbs...
Great discomfort arises from too hearty a supper: if you would enjoy a tranquil sleep let your supper be a light one. (Latin Proverb) - More Latin Proverbs...
Good men extend their pity, even unto the most despicable animals. The moon doth not withhold the light, even from the cottage of a Chandala (outcast). (Traditional Proverb) - More Traditional Proverbs...
Like two golden birds perched on the selfsame tree, intimate friends, the ego and the Self dwell in the same body. The former eats the sweet and sour fruits of the tree of life while the latter looks on in detachment. As long as we think we are the ego, we feel attached and fall into sorrow. But realize that you are the Self, the Lord of life, and you will be freed from sorrow. When you realize that you are the Self, supreme source of light, supreme source of love, you transcend the duality of life and enter into the unitive state. (Traditional Proverb) - More Traditional Proverbs...