Book of Wise Sayings / Selected Largely from Eastern Sources

A curated anthology of concise moral aphorisms and proverbs drawn largely from Eastern traditions and supplemented by Western maxims. Passages are arranged as brief, standalone sayings that address themes such as self-control, benevolence, tolerance, the value of knowledge, the proper use of wealth, the dignity of labour, impermanence, and contentment. A short preface frames the selections and notes parallels among diverse religious and philosophical traditions. The volume serves as a compact pocket reference of pithy ethical instruction rather than a sustained argument or narrative.