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[ following collection, as bearing upon parallel passages found in Burmese literature, was made a few years ago, and comprises only those maxims or sentiments which, by their pointedness or by their happiness of expression, seemed deserving of being put together as pearls upon a single thread.]

Better one accomplished son than a hundred fools: one moon can dispel darkness; not so a myriad stars.

As from a lump of clay a workman produces whatever he wishes, so a man obtains the destiny prepared by himself.

Deeds are accomplished by effort, not wishes: deer, verily, do not enter into the mouth of a sleeping lion.

So long as a fool is well-dressed and speaks nothing, even so long does he shine in an assembly. L