Knowledge is lost without putting it into practice; a man is lost due to ignorance; an army is lost without a commander; and a woman is lost without a husband.

Union in privacy (with one's wife); boldness; storing away useful items; watchfulness; and not easily trusting others; these five things are to be learned from a crow.

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

A permanent relationship is dependent on particular purpose or wealth.

Time perfects men as well as destroys them.

Do not put your trust in rivers, men who carry weapons, beasts with claws or horns, women, and members of a royal family.

A single son endowed with good qualities is far better than a hundred devoid of them.