Axidava

Self

Anonymous

If a man hold himself dear, let him watch himself carefully; during one at least out of the three watches a wise man should be watchful.

Let each man direct himself first to what is proper, then let him teach others; thus a wise man will not suffer.

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Old Age

Anonymous

How is there laughter, how is there joy, as this world is always burning? Do you not seek a light, ye who are surrounded by darkness?

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The Wise Man

Anonymous

If you see a man who shows you what is to be avoided, who administers reproofs, and is intelligent, follow that wise man as you would one who tells of hidden treasures; it will be better, not worse, for him who follows him.

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Punishment

Anonymous

All men tremble at punishment, all men fear death; remember that you are like unto them, and do not kill, nor cause slaughter.

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Evil

Anonymous

A man should hasten towards the good, and should keep his thought away from evil; if a man does what is good slothfully, his mind delights in evil.

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The Fool

Anonymous

Long is the night to him who is awake; long is a mile to him who is tired; long is life to the foolish who do not know the true law.

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