There is no water like rainwater no strength like one's own no light like that of the eyes and no wealth more dear than food grain.
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He who desires sense gratification must give up all thoughts of acquiring knowledge and he who seeks knowledge must not hope for sense gratification.Chanakya
For want of discernment the most precious jewels lie in the dust at the feet of men while bits of glass are worn on their heads. But we should not imagine that the gems have sunk in value, and the bits of glass have risen in importance. When a person of critical judgement shall appear, each will be given its right position.
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Who is there who has not been overcome by the ravages of time What beggar has attained glory Who has become happy by contracting the vices of the wicked
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A wise man should not divulge the formula of a medicine which he has well prepared an act of charity which he has performed domestic conflicts private affairs with his wife poorly prepared food he may have been offered or slang he may have heard.
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There are many ways of binding by which one can be dominated and controlled in this world, but the bond of affection is the strongest. For example, take the case of the humble bee which, although expert at piercing hardened wood, becomes caught in the embrace of its beloved flowers (as the petals close at dusk).
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As long as your body is healthy and under control and death is distant, try to save your soul; when death is immanent what can you do?
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