Saskya Pandita
Saskya Pandita
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A foolish man proclaimeth his qualifications; a wise man keepeth them secret within himself.
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The holy man, though he be distressed, does not eat food mixed with wickedness. The lion, though hungry, will not eat what is unclean.
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Much talking is the cause of danger. Silence is the means of avoiding misfortune. The talkative parrot is shut up in a cage. Other birds, without speech, fly freely about.
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If a wise man behaves prudently, how can he be overcome by his enemies? Even a single man, by right action, can overcome a host of foes.
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When many work together for a goal, Great things may be accomplished. It is said a lion cub was killed By a single colony of ants.
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Great affection is often the cause of violent animosity. The quarrels of men often arise from too great a familiarity.
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By depending on the great, The small may rise high. See: the little plant ascending the tall tree Has climbed to the top.
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Even in decline, a virtuous man increases the beauty of his behavior. A burning stick, though turned to the ground, has its flame drawn upwards.