Through very small effort, great things can be accomplished.  A huge serpent can be destroyed by a large number of small ants.  Do not consider yourself small.  Seek to acquire the strength and determination to carry out your duties.  In the world, difficulties crop up from time to time.  Jealousy towards one's betters is quite common.  Crows have animus against the cuckoo.  Cranes jeer at swans.  Neither the cuckoo nor the swan is worried.  The world has many such envious beings.  Do not allow yourself to be overwhelmed by such experiences.  You have to confront them boldly and stand up for truth.

- Divine Discourse, June 18, 1989.