One who guards his secrets has complete control over his affairs.

The most eloquent answer to a fool is silence.

Whoever listens to slander is himself a slanderer.

The more sincerely a man speaks, the more will he be respected.

Do not undervalue a fine idea because it comes from an unimportant person.

Consider not who speaks, but what is said.

If you are wished and saluted then return the wish in the most appropriate manner. If you are favoured then repay the obligation manifold; but he will always excell in merit who takes the initiative.

The stupidest man is the one who beleives himself as the best.

Act only after reflexion, and all your affairs will work out well.

A man's reflexion is the mirror that shows him his good and bad deeds.