Lot 17 of 100
Do not listen to idle talk and quarrels
The poem
莫聽閑言與是非晨昏只好念阿彌若將妄語為真實畫餅如何療得飢
In English
Do not listen to idle talk and quarrels;morning and evening, it is best to chant the Buddha's name.If you take false words for truth,how can a painted cake cure hunger?
What it says
The poem urges you to ignore gossip and quarrels, and instead settle your mind with morning and evening recitation of the Buddha's name. Believing empty words is like trying to cure hunger with a painted cake. The message is to avoid being led by rumors and to keep inner calm.
A thought to take with you
Step away from rumor and settle yourself with a quiet daily practice.