The following quotations were given to Rev. Larr when visiting a Buddhist retreat on Oahu, Hawaii on August 15, 1975. Each quotation was carved into a flat standing stone distributed along a winding path in a small tropical valley.

Consider each thought as stated and use them for contemplation.

  • “A fragrance once sensed is always remembered.”
  • “Sit still and then with silent mind ask.”
  • “Do not be concerned with time.It was invented by men.”
  • “The wind rustles the leaves. Do you hear their singing?”
  • “To love Nature is to hear her speak to you.”
  • “Walk softly. Your steps may disturb.”
  • “Are you truly who you think you are?”
  • “How old are you? Ask a star and ponder.”
  • “Through the thunder of the mind nothing can be heard.”

  • “There are only three important questions. Know their answers.”
  • “Listen to the symphony, it is all around you, now.”
  • “You can’t pry open a flower bud. Let it open itself, to perfection.”
  • “Hold love in your hand, if it struggles release it.”
  • “Hold love in your hand, if it struggles release it.”
  • “Only the blind of mind can not see the beauty of truth.”
  • “Each creature has its place. Mankind will one day find his.”
  • “Within the mind is the Universe. Or is the Universe the mind?”
  • “Walk with knowing or do not walk at all.”