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He is grateful, brave, depends on the intelligent, shun sharmful practices, is considerate, not fault-finding, and is prompt in the carrying out of a promise.

He knows how to cause the ruin of an enemy, has a mastery over his temper and over his senses, is neither covetous nor lethargic, is liberal, and in the habit of giving admonition.

He is free from bewilderment, does not take what does not belong to him, is respectful to the righteous, knows the proper time and place, and is devoted to the seven duties.

He understands the signification of terms, is skilful in the use of stratagems and in the organising of campaigns; he delights in charity and the observance of the precepts, and speaks cautiously.

A king who is replete with the qualities above mentioned, he, by conquering the whole earth, is honoured for his well-deserved greatness.

The king who is retentive of knowledge, who is wise,intelligent, unenvious, and waits upon his preceptor—he attains a widespread reputation.

The king who is possessed of the seven qualities, is acquainted with the Nîti, and is wise and discriminating, he has the power to conquer the whole earth.