Everybody has same or the other weakness. This eis also a a general tendency to conceal theee weaknesses. For people may not harm for these, but they will surely ridicule or make fun of. Friendship, of course feigned should be retained with enemy till his weakness is known. Let him remain elated.
ChanakyaA debt should be paid off till the last penny; An enemy should be destroyed without a trace
ChanakyaDo not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution.
ChanakyaChankaya is referring there to the probibition of entry of the untrustworthy in the counsel-room. Disloyal persons foolishly speak out the secrets of the counsel not knowing the harmful effects of the same. Disclosing the secrets of the counsel mars the welfare of the country.
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