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One should not utter what is inherently improbable—even if it appears to be happening before one's eyes. Stones don’t float on water, nor do monkeys s...
Do not speak to those who must not be spoken to; even if you do, ensure your words do not cause agitation to others, for such speech benefits neither ...
Adornments unfit for the body become instruments of pride, not grace. Beyond flowers, desire needs no weapon—childishness itself matures into lust as ...
One who is incorruptible, pure, skilled, and able to test prepared food, and expert in culinary matters—such a person is appointed as the Chief Cook.
The miser’s wealth is only common property for others, since he never enjoys it. When he loses it, even the faint illusion of possession brings pain.
These five lead to success in conflict: calmness, fearlessness, disregard for the opponent, humor before the king, and praising him at the right momen...
Who, unapproved by you, would choose the path of liberation out of fear of rebirth? Instead, let him stay forever in bondage—enchanted by the playful ...
Insult strengthens austerity, while honor weakens it. Worship may reduce merit, whereas criticism can elevate the wise. A paradox of spiritual growth.
For young women, looking away means approval; denial is agreement; silence is an answer; and gestures alone convey their speech—such is their subtle w...
A person who hoards without sharing, is wicked, ungrateful, and shameless—such a wretched being must be shunned by kings and society alike.
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