18 Quotes by Hitopadesa Hitopadesa

When the leader passes over all alike, not making a distinction, then the endeavors of those who are capable of exertion are entirely lost.

She is a wife who is the soul of her husband.

One should not lift the rod against our enemies upon the private information of another.

No one should form an acquaintance with one who has an evil character. A piece of coal, if it is hot burns, and if it's cold, blackens the hands.

Idleness, women, disorder, a foolish partiality for one's own native place, discontent and timidity are six obstructions to greatness.

Greatness does not approach him who is forever looking down.

The people of the world having once been deceived, suspect deceit in truth itself.

Is anyone simply by birth to be applauded or punished?

When a husband is embraced without affection, there must be some reason for it.