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.

When the ruler is obedient to God, God is his protector and friend.

An enemy to whom you show kindness becomes your friend.

Whoever gives advice to a heedless man is himself in need of advice.

Whoever recounts to you the faults of your neighbour will doubtless expose your defects to others.

If thou art of elephant-strength or of lion-claw, still peace is, in my opinion, better than strife.

Holiness comes by holy deeds. Not starving flesh of daily needs.