A man is great by deeds, not by birth.

Those base men who speak of the secret faults of others destroy themselves like serpents that stray onto anthills.

Rain which falls upon the sea is useless; so is food for one who is satiated; in vain is a gift for one who is wealthy; and a burning lamp during the daytime is useless.

Evil person causes harm even if treated will.

Treat your kid like a darling for the first five years. For the next five years, scold them. By the time they turn sixteen, treat them like a friend. Your grown up children are your best friends.

Even a pandit comes to grief by giving instruction to a foolish disciple, by maintaining a wicked wife, and by excessive familiarity with the miserable.

He who lives in our mind is near though he may actually be far away; but he who is not in our heart is far though he may really be nearby.