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Realize that the world, built by karma, is transient like a circular lamp’s flame—arising, glowing, and vanishing quickly.
One who controls his mind always smiles, avoids frowns, speaks first, and becomes a friend to the world.
While the divine sage was speaking, Parvati bashfully looked down and began counting lotus petals playfully.
Elephants brought from the forest should be trained like students and cared for like sons, by a wise king.
When the future is uncertain, one must discard external adornments and analyze the person’s body and actions after death.
Realizing the countless qualities of a sage, the enlightened never abandon reverence for true knowledge.
Subtle acts of harm with poisonous intent, even if minor, constitute a venomous punishment, as they erode from within.
In difficult times, a chaste woman protects her and her husband’s honor through integrity and silent strength.
A king who lives even by alms, following noble conduct, earns fame that spreads like an oil-drop on water.
One must perform the three ritual mark-points with the sound of conches and drums, then respectfully offer bow and arrows to the guru.
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