勸發菩提心集 1.7

1.7

As for the characteristic marks of vīrya: bodhisattvas by nature are self-motivated and diligent, rising early and retiring late, taking no pleasure in sleep; what they undertake is bold and decisive, and they delight in doing it without forgetfulness. The tasks they undertake are steadfast and brought to completion, never interrupted or abandoned; in the face of great matters they have no faintheartedness and do not belittle themselves. Capable of accomplishing difficult deeds, they are fearless and undaunted, able to bring about benefit. Even in the midst of great tasks they do not feel deep exhaustion, much less in minor affairs. Such classes of things are called the characteristic marks of vīrya.