Do not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution.

Do not put your trust in a bad companion nor even trust an ordinary friend, for if he should get angry with you, he may bring all your secrets to light.

Those born blind cannot see; similarly blind are those in the grip of lust. Proud men have no perception of evil; and those bent on acquiring riches see no sin in their actions.

One who is in search of knowledge should give up the search of pleasure and the one who is in search of pleasure should give up the search of knowledge.

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

Who realises all the happiness he desires? Everything is in the hands of God. Therefore one should learn contentment.

He who runs away from a fearful calamity, a foreign invasion, a terrible famine, and the companionship of wicked men is safe.