It Is In Vain To Expect Our

Conceit May Bring About One's Own Downfall.

Outside Show Is A Poor Substitute For Inner Worth.

Only Cowards Insult Dying Majesty.

Our Mere Anticipations Of Life Outrun Its Realities.

An Oak And A Reed Were Arguing About Their Strength. When A Strong Wind Came Up, The Reed Avoided Being Uprooted By Bending And Leaning With The Gusts Of Wind. But The Oak Stood Firm And Was Torn Up By The Roots.