Virtue is in the mind, not in the appearance.

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.

That which is not allotted the hand cannot reach; what is allotted you will find wherever you may be.

Be generous, and pleasant-tempered, and forgiving; even as God scatter favors over thee, do thou scatter over the people.

Publish not men's secret faults, for by disgracing them you make yourself of no repute.

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

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