O wise man! Give your wealth only to the worthy and never to others. The water of the sea received by the clouds is always sweet.
He shall despise none, but hear the opinions of all. A wise man shall make use of even a child's sensible utterance.
An egoist can be won over by being respected, a crazy person can be won over by allowing him to behave in an insane manner and a wise person can be won over by truth.
A wise man should not divulge the formula of a medicine which he has well prepared; an act of charity which he has performed; domestic conflicts; private affairs with his wife; poorly prepared food he may have been offered; or slang he may have heard.
A wise man should marry a virgin of a respectable family even if she is deformed. He should not marry one of a low-class family, through beauty. Marriage in a family of equal status is preferable.
The wise man should restrain his senses like the crane and accomplish his purpose with due knowledge of his place, time and ability.
Do not reveal what you have thought upon doing, but by wise council keep it secret being determined to carry it into execution.