The contents of this book came from Master Cheng Yen's numerous speeches and Dharma talks, which have been sorted into succinct quotations by two groups of disciples who constantly accompanied her. These quotations became known as "Still Thoughts". Readers can open this book anytime to absorb these wistful and easy to read, yet profound phrases, and apply them to whatever they are doing at the time, whether it is improving oneself, strengthening one's learning, or just being a human being. For many readers, these meaningful phrases have come to serve as a guide to daily living, a compass for leading a virtuous, meaningful, and fulfilling life. This best-seller has also become the precious "bible" by which Tzu Chi members abide in their speech and conduct.
