The happiness and peace attained by those satisfied by the nectar of spiritual tranquillity is not attained by greedy persons restlessly moving here and there.

Many a bad habit is developed through overindulgence, and many a good one by chastisement; therefore, beat your son as well as your pupil; never indulge them.

As long as your body is healthy and under control and death is distant, try to save your soul; when death is immanent what can you do?

A friend, even if he be the enemy's son , should be protected.

The serpent, the king, the tiger, the stinging wasp, the small child, the dog owned by other people, and the fool: these seven ought not to be awakened from sleep.

A thing may be dreaded as long as it has not overtaken you.

Considersing the forebearance of a person, Do not harass him.