Good works gathered in a thousand ages,
Such as deeds of generosity,
Or offerings to the Blissful Ones--
A single flash of anger shatters them.

The Way of the Bodhisattva
Shantideva

No evil is there similar to hatred
Nor austerity to be compared with patience.
Steep yourself, therefore, in patience
In all ways, urgently, with zeal.

The Way of the Bodhisattva
Shantideva

Those tormented by the pain of anger
Will never know tranquility of mind---
Strangers to every joy and pleasure,
Sleep deserts them; they will never rest.

The Way of the Bodhisattva
Shantideva

Getting what I do not want
And that which hinders my desire---
There my mind finds fuel for
In all ways, urgently, with zeal.

The Way of the Bodhisattva
Shantideva