ABSTRACT
Know that the Maker so hath ordered all] That me of all the world He hath endowed With wisdom and with generosity, Good counsel, modesty, and gentle speech, And if my star shall prove beneficent I will secure prosperity for you.1 When any wise man hath become ^ thy friend Know that he is one skin with thee.2 Expect Great deeds from great men, wisdom from the sage. True courage hath reflection for its base, And valiant men are worthy of all praise; But he that fleeth from the work in hand Will ne'er find fame and honour on the field. The indolent are cowardly as well, For indolence and cowardice agree."
