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“Ignorance was destroyed… light arose.” — Bhayabherava Sutta (MN 4). The Buddha’s own words for awakening...................................................................................... “A tamed mind brings happiness.” — Dhammapada 35. The restless mind, gentled........................................................................................ “No one can purify another.” — Dhammapada 165. Moral self-responsibility.................................................................................. “…the wise are not affected by praise or blame.” — Dhammapada 81. Steady as a rock in the eight worldly winds........................................................................................... “Contentment the greatest wealth.” — Dhammapada 204. Real riches are being at ease with enough.............................................................................................. “The wise control themselves.” — Dhammapada 80. Self-mastery as a craft.................... Ebuddhism.com