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restraints of Decorum, is also not permissible."

CHAPTER XIII.

The philosopher Yu said : When you make a promise consistent with what is right, you can keep your word. When you shew respect consistent with good taste, you keep shame and disgrace at a distance. When he in whom you confide is not one who fails his friends, you may trust him fully."

CHAPTER XIV.

The Master said: The Scholar who in his food does not