47 爭奪他人飯碗莫如自家耕田，自家無田可耕幫人耕田也好。 Rather than plunder another's bowl of rice, plow your own rice field; if you do not have a rice field of your own, then help someone with his. - Master Sheng Yen

 

46 多心防人易遭鬼，知己知彼逢貴人，富貴貧賤皆布施，自利利人利眾生。One who is paranoid is prone to be deceived, one who is understanding is bound to find a helping hand. For richer or poorer, don't hesitate to give, for giving is the key to benefiting oneself, others, and all sentient beings. - Master Sheng Yen

 

45 知音難遇正常事，勿因孤獨不理人；少煩少惱福德長，多思多慮障礙增。 It is difficult to find a kindred soul, but don't let that stop you from befriending others. Minimize worries and vexations, and your blessings will grow while obstructions lessen. - Master Sheng Yen

 

一夜致富是暴富，一夕成名乃虛名，暴富暴發富難守，虛名不實名累人。Fame and wealth obtained overnight are difficult to keep. Be sensible and realistic. - Master Sheng Yen