Is anyone simply by birth to be applauded or punished.
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What ever is the natural propensity of a person is hard to overcome. If a dog were made a king, he would still gnaw at his shoes laces.Hitopadesa
Amongst all things, knowledge is truly the best thing from its not being liable ever to be stolen, from it not being purchasable, and from its being imperishable.
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Subdue fate by exerting human strength to the maximum and if, when the effort has been made and success is not achieved, no one else can be blamed.
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A store of grain, Oh king is the best of treasures. A gem put in your mouth will not support life.
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No wise person should make known the loss of fortune, any malpractice in their house, his being cheated, or having been disgraced.
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One should not lift the rod against our enemies upon the private information of another.
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