There is an element of risk and speculation in every trade...

There is an element of risk and speculation in every trade as well as the danger of loss. Often small returns prove as beneficial as big profits. An accessory of an accomplice who insults you and a friend who has not formed a good opinion of you will not be of any help or use to you. Treat those with consideration and kindness over whom you have power and authority. Do not run the risk of endangering yourself through irrational, unreasonable and extravagant hopes.

Take care so as not to be fooled by flattery. Continued in the next article: http://The Last Will of Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib (5) Source: Nahj al-Balaghah Leave a…