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If someone has wronged you, treat them kindly to regain goodwill—transforming enmity into affection.
People who hear unpleasant truths may respond with greater bitterness—so avoid such truths if they don’t wish to hear them.
The world is occasionally decorated by people who are rich in sweet words, loyal to their spouses, and free from slander.
Like sandalwood burning but never losing its scent, noble people speak kindly even when hurt—true nature endures.
Even unpleasant speech, if truthful and beneficial, is welcomed in the presence of a receptive listener—wisdom values truth over flattery.
Those who do unpleasant things for the sake of right action are like rare, melodious birds amidst crows—true wise ones.
Even when performing hard actions or speaking harshly, a beloved remains dear when their intent is love and truth.
A person doing harsh acts with love is still dear—just like fire in a fragrant home is still respected.
Those who say unpleasant but beneficial things are true friends; others are merely companions in name.
A melancholic reflection that nothing and no one—beloveds, joys, or even the self—will remain; everything is impermanent.
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