ist those
around him, he is neither unkind, haughty, nor over-bearing. In the
mansions of the rich, the correctness of his mind induces him to bend
to etiquette, but not to stoop to adulation; correct principle
cautions him to avoid the gaming-table, inebriety, or any other foible
that could occasion him self-reproach. Gratified with the pleasures of
reflection, he rejoices to see the gaieties of society, and is
fastidious upon no point of little import. Appear only to be a
gentleman, and its shadow will bring upon you contempt; be a
gentleman, and its honours will remain even after you are dead.

1997. The Happy Man, or True Gentleman.

How happy is he born or taught,
That serveth not another's will,
Whose armour is his honest thought,
And simple truth his only skill:

Whose passions not his masters are.
Whose soul is still prepared for death
Not tied unto the world with care
Of prince's ear, or vulgar breath:

Who hath his life from rumours freed,
Whose conscience is his strong retreat
Whose state can neither flatterers feed.
Nor ruin make oppressors great,

Who God doth late and early pray
More of His grace than gifts to lend;
And entertains the harmless day
With a well-chosen book or friend;

This man is freed from servile bands,
Of hope to rise or fear to fall;
Lord of himself, though not of lands,
And having nothing, yet hath all.

_Sir Henry Wotton_, 1530.

[RICHES ARE BUT THE BAGGAGE OF FORTUNE.]

1998. Be Honest.

Not only because "honesty is the best policy," but because it is a
duty to God and to man. The heart that can be gratified by dishonest
gains; the ambition that can be satisfied by dishonest means; the mind
that can be devoted to dishonest purposes, must be of the worst order.

1999. General Principles.

Having laid down these General Principles for the government of
personal conduct, we will epitomize what we would still enforce:

2000. Idleness.

Avoid Idleness. It is the parent of many evils. Can you pray, "Give us
this day our daily bread," and not hear the reply, "Do thou this day
thy daily duty"?

2001. Idle Tales.

Avoid telling Idle Tales, which is like firing arrows in the dark: you
know not into whose heart they may fall.

2002. Self-Praise.

Avoid talking about yourself, prai