Know that death comes to everyone, and that wealth will sometimes be acquired, sometimes lost. Whatever griefs mortals suffer by divine chance, whatever destiny you have, endure it and do not complain. But it is right to improve it as much as you can, and remember this: Fate does not give very many of these griefs to good people.

Practice justice in word and deed, and do not get in the habit of acting thoughtlessly about anything.

Work at these things, practice them, these are the things you ought to desire; they are what will put you on the path of divine virtue — yes, by the one who entrusted our soul with the tetraktys, source of ever-flowing nature. Pray to the gods for success and get to work.

Above all things reverence thy Self.

Above and before all things, worship GOD!

Abstain from animals.

Eat not the brain.

Eat not the heart.

Having departed from your house, turn not back; for the furies will be your attendants.

Step not beyond the beam of the balance.