He will listen to what you say, your offering will be acceptable to Him." (p. 80) "Everyone can master their own nature if the wisdom which he has been taught has made that nature stable." (p. 85) "A lazy man never gets around to doing anything. He who knows how to make plans is worthy of consideration." (p. 90) "Do not join a crowd that you meet when it has gathered to fight. Keep away from rebels." (p. 104) "Give back in abundance the bread your mother gave you.