Walk Alone Like an Elephant in the Forest

Walk Alone Like an Elephant in the Forest

The Dhammapada (Chapter 23)

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If a man find a prudent companion who walks with him, is wise, and lives soberly,

he may walk with him,

overcoming all dangers, happy, but considerate.

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If a man find no prudent companion who walks with him, is wise, and lives soberly,

let him walk alone,

like a king who has left his conquered country behind,

like an elephant in the forest.

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It is better to live alone, there is no companionship with a fool;

let a man walk alone,

let him commit no sin, with few wishes,

like an elephant in the forest.