As earth bears up with diggers too
To bear revilers is prime virtue.
Forgive insults is a good habit
Better it is to forget it.
Neglect the guest is dearth of dearth
To bear with fools is strength of strength.
Practice of patient quality
Retains intact integrity.
Vengeance is not in esteem held
Patience is praised as hidden gold.
Revenge accords but one day's joy
Patience carries its praise for aye.
Though others cause you wanton pain
Grieve not; from unjust harm refrain.
By noble forbearance vanquish
The proud that have caused you anguish.
More than ascetics they are pure
Who bitter tongues meekly endure.
Who fast are great to do penance
Greater are they who bear offence.
FORGIVENESS
