True knowledge is a virtue of the talented, But harmful to those without discernment. Spring water free of impurity, entering the ocean, becomes undrinkable.
More Quotes from Nagarjuna:
He who does not try a remedy For the disease of going to hell What will he do when he reaches that place Where there is no cure to be found.Nagarjuna
The logs of wood which move down the river together Are driven apart by every wave. Such inevitable parting Should not be the cause of misery.
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When your eyes are fixed in the stare of unconsciousness, And your throat coughs the last gasping breath - As one dragged in the dark to a great precipice - What assistance are a wife and child.
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The man against whom you feel anger in your heart Is not to be admonished by mere words. First, subdue him by force, And then use your weapon of words.
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By association with the exalted, Who would not become uplifted The thread which strings the flowers Becomes a garland for the head.
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The teachings of elegant sayings Should be collected when one can. For the supreme gift of words of wisdom, Any price will be paid.
Nagarjuna
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