The cuckoos remain silent for a long time (for several seasons) until they are able to sing sweetly (in the Spring) so as to give joy to all.

Wealth, a friend, a wife, and a kingdom may be regained; but this body when lost may never be acquired again.

Do not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution.

The life of an uneducated man is as useless as the tail of a dog which neither covers its rear end, nor protects it from the bites of insects.

The wise man should restrain his senses like the crane and accomplish his purpose with due knowledge of his place, time and ability.

Every relationship has one or the other motive behind it. Friendship or enemity are not purposeless.Oneness of motive is turned into friendship. While diversity of motive cause enemity. Royal relationships also depend uypon one or theother purpose. But such relatins ar mainly for the welfare of the state.

Who realises all the happiness he desires? Everything is in the hands of God. Therefore one should learn contentment.