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 50. A tree withers That on a hill-top stands; Protects it neither bark nor leaves: Such is the man Whom no one favors: Why should he live long?

51. Hotter than fire Love for five days burns Between false friends; But is quenched When the sixth day comes, And friendship is all impaired

52. Something great Is not always to be given, Praise is often for a trifle bought With half a loaf And a tilted vessel I got myself a comrade.

53. Little are the sand grains, Little the wits, Little the minds of men; For all men Are not wise alike: Men are everywhere by halves

54. Moderately wise Should each one be, But never over-wise; For a wise man's heart Is seldom glad, If he is all-wise who owns it

55. Moderately wise Should each one be, But never over-wise: Of those men The lives are fairest Who know much well.