Words of wisdom: ‘Give to him who gives’

Invite your friend to a feast, but leave your enemy be. Invite in particular whoever lives near you. For if a farm-problem arises, neighbors will come in their bedclothes, whereas in-laws would get dressed. A bad neighbor is as much a pain as a good one is a blessing. The man whose portion includes a good neighbor possesses something of value. Not even a cow would be lost – unless the neighbor’s a bad one. Measure things out properly from your neighbor, and pay him back properly, too, with the exact measure – and even better, if you can. That way you can find enough should you be in need later on. Don’t seek ill-gotten gain; ill-gotten gain is on par with ruin. Treat your friend l