“Knowledge without conduct is useless; conduct without knowledge is blind.”

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Samavayanga Sutra — Chapter 3, Verse 14

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“The five great vows are the foundation of the ascetic life.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 10, Section 1

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“One must cultivate compassion for all living beings without exception.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 6, Section 8

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“The soul shines with its own light when freed from karmic impurities.”

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Sutrakritanga — Chapter 5, Verse 9

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“Self-restraint in all activities is essential for spiritual progress.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 4, Section 6

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“The wise do not grieve for what is lost nor desire what is not yet attained.”

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Upasakadasah — Discourse 7

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“The path of liberation is difficult but attainable by those who persevere.”

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Samavayanga Sutra — Chapter 8, Verse 20

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“One should not injure any living being, whether visible or invisible.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 2, Section 5

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“Meditation on the self leads to the destruction of all karmic bonds.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 9, Section 3

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“The influx of karma is caused by passions; its stoppage leads to liberation.”

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Samavayanga Sutra — Chapter 6, Verse 15

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“Speech should be truthful, gentle, beneficial, and free from harshness.”

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Sutrakritanga — Chapter 4, Verse 12

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“Purity of mind is the highest austerity.”

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Acaranga Sutra — Chapter 7, Section 2

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