And philosophers have said...

And philosophers have said: 'If for instance the water of life were to be exchanged for a good reputation, no wise man would purchase it because it is preferable to die with honour than to live in disgrace.' To eat coloquinth from the hand of a sweet-tempered man Is better than confectionery from the hand of an ill-humoured fellow. Story 12 One of the ullemma had many eaters to provide for and only a slender income.

This fact he communicated to a great man of whose character he entertained a very favourable opinion but his expectations were disappointed because the man made a wry face and averred that according to his opinion applications from respectable persons for aid are unbecoming. With a face made sad by misfortune, to a dear friend Do not go because thou wilt embitter his life also. For the needful for which thou…