Two truths from Masters

Do not believe anything

Because it is said by an authority,

Or if it is said to come from angels,

Or from Gods,

Or from an inspired source.

Believe it only if you have explored it

In your own heart

And mind and body

And found it to be true.

Work out your own path,

Through diligence.

-Gautama Buddha

Yet another is this one

When you find the way

Others will find you

Passing by on the road

They will be drawn to your door

The way that cannot be heard

Will be reflected in your voice

The way that cannot be seen

Will be reflected in your eyes

Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching