Thou shouldst not become presumptuous through life; for death comes upon thee at last, and the perishable part falls to the ground.

Thou shouldst not become presumptuous through great connections and race; for in the end thy trust is on thine own deeds.

Thou shouldst not become presumptuous through much treasure and wealth; for in the end it is necessary for thee to leave all.

In forming a store of good works thou shouldst be diligent, so that it may come to thy assistance among the spirits.

From an ill-natured man take no loan.

With a drunken man do not walk on the road.

With a foolish man make no dispute.

With an ignorant man thou shouldst not become a confederate and associate.

With an ill-famed man form no connection.

With a greedy man thou shouldst not be a partner, and do not trust him with the leadership.