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861. Strive not with the powerful : but against those that are weaker than thyself carry on wars without relaxing even for one moment.

862. Behold the prince who is cruel, and who hath neither allies nor the strength to stand alone : how is he going to withstand his enemy's forces ?

863. There is a prince that hath neither courage nor understanding nor liberality, and yet will not live in peace with his neighbours: he is an easy prey to his foes.

864. Behold the prince who is always ill-tempered and who controlleth not his tongue : he will be an easy prey to everybody at all times and at all places.

865. There is a prince who is tactless, who careth not for honour, and who neglecteth the science of politics and the works that it enjoineth : verily he is a joy unto his enemies. Rh