Conquer a man who never gives by gifts; Subdue untruthful men by truthfulness; Vanquish an angry man by gentleness; And overcome the evil man by goodness (Traditional Proverb)
As to deserving, know that the gift of Heaven is free this gift of Knowledge is so great that no effort whatever could hope to 'deserve' it. (Traditional Proverb)
Masters who sacrifice for servants will receive the gift of loyalty. (Traditional Proverb)
Truth, self control, asceticism, generosity, non-injury, constancy in virtue these are the means of success, not caste or family. (Traditional Proverb)
When you see an old man amiable, mild, equable, content, and good-humored, be sure that in his youth he has been just, generous, and forbearing. In his end he does not lament the past, nor dread the future he is like the evening of a fine day. (Traditional Proverb)