If a king is energetic, his subjects will be equally energetic. If he is reckless, they will not only be reckless likewise, but also eat into his works.

A wicked wife, a false friend, a saucy servant and living in a house with a serpent in it are nothing but death.

All the creatures are pleased by loving words; and therefore we should address words that are pleasing to all, for there is no lack of sweet words.

Till the enemy's weakness is known , he should be kept on friendly terms.

Water is the medicine for indigestion; it is invigorating when the food that is eaten is well digested; it is like nectar when drunk in the middle of a dinner; and it is like poison when taken at the end of a meal.

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

A low-minded person should not be given good advice.