A man must not be boastful
in his mind,
but wary in disposition;
when he, wise and silent,
comes to the homestead,
misfortune rarely befalls the wary,
because man can never have
a more reliable guide
than great common sense.
He is blessed
who has within himself
praise and esteem;
it is harder to deal with that
which a man must own
in the breast of another.
A ruler's son must be
silent and thoughtful
and brave in battle;
each man must be
happy and cheerful
until he suffers death.
The foolish man
thinks he will live forever
if he avoids battle;
but old age gives
him no peace,
though spears might