A lovely face is the solace of wounded hearts and the key of locked-up gates.

Court the society of a superior, and make much of the opportunity; for in the company of an equal thy good fortune must decline.

Be sure, either that thou art stronger than thine enemy, or that thou hast a swifter pair of heels.

Though someday we may become as eloquent as Sahban, but we might also miss the essence of the Forgiving One.

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

If a piece of worthless stone can bruise a cup of gold, its worth is not increased, nor that of the gold diminished.

A grateful dog is better than an ungrateful man.