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In a multitude of people is a king’s glory,
But in a lack of people is a [pretentious] prince’s ruin.
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He who is slow to anger has great understanding [and profits from his self-control],
But he who is quick-tempered exposes and exalts his foolishness [for all to see].^(A)
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A calm and peaceful and tranquil heart is life and health to the body,
But passion and envy are like rottenness to the bones.