1. Welfare of the Poor
A ruler who sees the poor and understands their plight,
Removes their want and makes their lives right.
2. The True Identity of a Leader
To know a leader's worth, look beyond his pride,
And see how his poorest subjects live inside.
3. Unjust Wealth and Governance
Where wealth is amassed through injustice and greed,
The land loses its honour, and rulers mislead.
4. The Parasite Ruler
Like worms that feed on a tree until it dies,
A ruler who enriches the rich ignores the poor's cries.
5. Selfless Leadership
Like an ascetic who renounces worldly desire,
A ruler must serve, while citizens hold him higher.
6. Truth and Integrity
Where lies, exaggeration and deceit prevail,
Truth finds no voice, and good leaders fail.
7. Impartial Governance
A ruler who favours his kin and his own,
Is cruel by nature, his injustice well known.
8. The Danger of Rumours
Hear not every tale that reaches your ear,
For falsehood and malice may poison what you hear.
9. Learning from Good Deeds
Better than merely seeing another's good deed,
Is practising it yourself, and following its lead.
10. Protection Through Good Governance
A government strong must corruption restrain,
Prevent theft and deceit, and protect all from pain.
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