11
Every moment that a man may be in want of employment, than such I hold him to be far better who is forced to labour for nothing.
Afghan.
12
The foolish undertake a trifling act, and soon desist, discouraged; wise men engage in mighty works, and persevere.
Māgha.
13
Those who wish well towards their friends disdain to please them with words which are not true.
Bhāravi.
14
Reason is captive in the hands of the passions, as a weak man in the hands of an artful woman.
Sa’dī.
15
Like an earthen pot, a bad man is easily broken, and cannot readily be restored to his former situation; but a virtuous man, like a vase of gold, is broken with difficulty, and easily repaired.
Hitopadesa.