Food For Yogis
From the beginning to the end
While noting the rising of the abdomen, do so from the beginning to the end of the movement just as if you are seeing it with your eyes. Do the same with the falling movement.
Light for Yogis
For sitting meditation
You will find the abdomen rising when you breathe in, and falling when you breathe out. The rising should be noted mentally as “rising,” and the falling as “falling.” If the movement is not evident by just noting it mentally, keep touching the abdomen with the palm of your hand.
Mahasi Sayadaw’s Dhamma Poems
Kamma
Killing results in shortness of life, while longevity comes from lack of strife.
Torture leads to suffering and pain, while good health from empathy is gained.
Ugliness from fiery anger springs, while patience shining beauty brings.
Few friends are found if jealousy is there, while rejoicing will bring followers near.
Quotes from Mahasi Sayadaw
Mahasi Sayadaw’s sayings
Be free from jealousy and envy, and be instantly happy.
People who practice mental development must be contented with everything. Although one does not life the almsfood, robes, etc., that donors, according to their ability, offer in support; although the offering may not be very good, one should not complain, but accept and use them. Regardless of what has been offered, one should make do with them.