Do not trust others, he said:
be afraid of the human mind.
Even the most twisted of vines
seems benign compared to the soul.
Two people do have pure intent:
Your parents, who love with hearts whole.
But destiny’s yours to control
It’s your role to think on your own.
Beware of even the friendly
Cautiously think through all you’ve known.
Knowledge is not enough, alone:
The capstone is learning to survive.
Sunthorn Phu [Phra Sunthorn Vohara] (1786 - 1855) Thailand
Translated by Ken Mathis Lohatepanont
Source: Thai Enquirer
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