Dread hatred from within and defend yourself against it.
In calamitous times it will cut deeper than a potter's knife.
-Tirukkural

That people are unknowing does not mean that they are unknowing like cows or goats. Even ignorant people look for a pathway to reality. But, searching for it, they often misunderstand what they encounter. They pursue names and categories instead of going beyond that name to that which is real.
-Digha Nikaya

Strive for Paradise. A small nook within its bliss is better than the whole world and all the riches within.
-The Prophet Muhammad

May the light of love and devotion shine brightly in your hearts.
May the light of understanding shine in your minds.
May the light of harmony glow in your home.
May the light of service shine forth ceaselessly from your hands.
May the light of peace emanate from your being.
May your presence light the lamps of love and peace wherever you go.
May your smile, your words and your actions be as sweet as the sweets of this festive season.
May your compassion, your sincerity, and your kindness bring you the true wealth of health, happiness, peace and spiritual upliftment.
-A Diwali blessing by Swami Chidanand Saraswati

Rather a short prayer recited slowly and with devotion, than a long prayer recited hurriedly and without devotion.
-Sefer Hasidim

Of the good that they do, nothing will be rejected of them; for Allah knows well those that do right.
-Qur'an, Al-Imran, Surah

The ignorant work for their own profit; the wise work for the welfare of the world, without thought for themselves. By abstaining from work you will confuse the ignorant, who are engrossed in their actions. Perform all work carefully, guided by compassion.
-Bhagavad Gita

Great indeed is the power acquired through austerity to endure hunger.
But greater still is the power of those who relieve the hunger of others.
-Tirukkural
Spiritual quotes for balance and peace