If thou covetest riches, ask not but for contentment, which is an immense treasure.

Pride thyself on what virtue thou hast, and not on thy parentage.

The covetous map explores the whole world in pursuit of a subsistence, and fate is close at his heels.

You who feel no pain at the suffering of others It is not fitting for you to be called human.

Tell no one the secret that you want to keep, although he may be worthy of confidence; for no one will be so careful of your secret as yourself.

Reveal not every secret you have to a friend, for how can you tell but that friend may hereafter become and enemy. And bring not all mischief you are able to upon an enemy, for he may one day become your friend.

The rose and thorn, the treasure and dragon, joy and sorrow, all mingle into one.