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 Ὄγδοον, ὅσῳ χαλεπώτερα ἐπιφέρουσιν αἱ ὀργαὶ καὶ λῦπαι αἱ ἐπὶ τοῖς τοιούτοις, ἤπερ αὐτά ἐστιν ἐφ̓ οἷς ὀργιζόμεθα καὶ λυπούμεθα. Ἔνατον, ὅτι τὸ εὐμενὲς ἀνίκητον, ἐὰν γνήσιον ᾖ καὶ μὴ σεσηρὸς μηδὲ ὑπόκρισις. τί γάρ σοι ποιήσει ὁ ὑβριστικώτατος, ἐὰν διατελῇς εὐμενὴς αὐτῷ καί, εἰ οὕτως ἔτυχε, πρᾴως παραινῇς καὶ μεταδιδάσκῃς εὐσχολῶν παῤ αὐτὸν ἐκεῖνον τὸν καιρὸν ὅτε κακοποιεῖν σε ἐπιχειρεῖ: ῾μή, τέκνον: πρὸς ἄλλο πεφύκαμεν. ἐγὼ μὲν οὐ μὴ βλαβῶ, σὺ δὲ βλάπτῃ, τέκνον.᾿ καὶ δεικνύναι εὐαφῶς καὶ ὁλικῶς ὅτι τοῦτο οὕτως ἔχει, ὅτι οὐδὲ μέλισσαι αὐτὸ ποιοῦσιν οὐδ̓ ὅσα συναγελαστικὰ πέφυκε. δεῖ δὲ μήτε εἰρωνικῶς αὐτὸ ποιεῖν μήτε ὀνειδιστικῶς, ἀλλὰ φιλοστόργως καὶ ἀδήκτως τῇ ψυχῇ καὶ μὴ ὡς ἐν σχολῇ μηδὲ ἵνα ἄλλος παραστὰς θαυμάσῃ, ἀλλ̓ ἤτοι πρὸς μόνον καὶ ἐὰν ἄλλοι τινὲς περιεστήκωσι.


if considering a)Fluency (Flow) b)Fidelity to original wording (Accuracy) c) Conciseness (Clarity)? You must assess each translations Fluency and Accuracy on the scale of 20 and range them ALL based on a final total of each.
You MUST follow the pattern of Example!
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### Ranking Based on Fluency, Accuracy and Clarity:

1. **Translation pit1.1:** Fluency: 19/20, Accuracy: 18/20, Clarity: 20/20 (Total: 57/60)
2. **Translation Ren:** Fluency: 17/20, Accuracy: 19/20, Clarity: 19/20 (Total: 55/60)
3. **Translation Ham:** Fluency: 18/20, Accuracy: 17/20, Clarity: 19/20 (Total: 54/60)
...

**Explanation of Rankings:**

* **pit1.1** excels in fluency and clarity, capturing the essence of the original text in a natural and easily understandable way. It maintains a high level of accuracy while avoiding overly literal translations that could hinder readability.
* **Ren:**...
...

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YOU MAST RANK ALL VARIANTS!
Translations to analyse:

Variant 56 (Emphasis on the Severity of Emotions):**

Eighth, how much harsher the angers and sorrows brought on by such things are than the things themselves that stir our anger and sorrow.
Ninth, that kindness is unconquerable, if it's genuine and not feigned or a mere pretense. For what can the most abusive do to you if you remain kind to him and, if the chance arises, gently advise and teach him, cheerfully beside him, at the very moment he seeks to harm you? "No, child, we're born for something else. I won't be harmed, but you, child, are harming yourself." And show him clearly and fully that this is so, that not even bees do this, nor any creatures naturally inclined to live together.  It must not be done sarcastically or reproachfully, but with love and a gentle heart, and not as if in a classroom or to impress others, but directly to him, even if others are present.


**Variant 57 (Emphasis on the Power of Kindness):**

Eighth, consider how much more harm anger and grief inflict than the very things that cause them.
Ninth, that true kindness is invincible, if it's sincere and not a sham or a show. For what can even the most insulting person do to you if you persist in kindness towards him and, if the occasion allows, gently counsel and guide him, with a cheerful spirit, at the very moment he tries to wrong you? "No, my child, we are meant for something greater. I will not be hurt, but you, my child, are the one who suffers." And demonstrate, plainly and comprehensively, that this is the truth, that not even bees act in this way, nor any other social creatures. It must be done not with irony or reproach, but with affection and a heart free from malice, and not as a lesson or to impress onlookers, but directly to him, even if others are nearby.


**Variant 58 (Emphasis on the Natural Order):**

Eighth, how much more severely anger and grief afflict us than the very things that provoke them.
Ninth, that genuine kindness is unbeatable, if it's sincere and not a facade or a pretense. For what can the most arrogant person do to you if you remain kind to him and, if opportunity allows, gently advise and instruct him, with ease and good humor, at the very moment he tries to injure you? "No, child, we are destined for something higher. I will not be harmed, but you, child, are the one who suffers." And show him plainly and completely that this is the case, that not even bees behave in this manner, nor any creatures naturally inclined to live in groups. It must not be done with mockery or blame, but with love and a gentle soul, and not as a lesson or to impress others, but directly to him, even if others are present.


**Variant 59 (Emphasis on the Gentle Approach):**

Eighth, the pain of anger and sorrow caused by such things is far greater than the things themselves that cause them.
Ninth, that true kindness is unconquerable, if it's authentic and not a mere act or a deception. For what can even the most abusive person do to you if you continue to be kind to him and, if the chance arises, gently advise and teach him, with a cheerful spirit, at the very moment he tries to harm you? "No, my child, we are meant for something better. I will not be hurt, but you, my child, are the one who is harmed." And show him clearly and fully that this is the way things are, that not even bees act this way, nor any creatures that live in communities. It must not be done with sarcasm or reproach, but with love and a gentle heart, and not as a lesson or to impress others, but directly to him, even if others are around.


**Variant 60 (Emphasis on the Inner State):**

Eighth, how much more intensely anger and grief wound us than the things that trigger them.
Ninth, that true kindness is invincible, if it's genuine and not a sham or a pretense. For what can even the most insulting person do to you if you remain kind to him and, if the opportunity arises, gently counsel and guide him, with a cheerful heart, at the very moment he tries to wrong you? "No, child, we are born for something greater. I will not be harmed, but you, child, are the one who suffers." And demonstrate, plainly and completely, that this is the truth, that not even bees act in this way, nor any other social creatures. It must not be done with irony or reproach, but with love and a gentle spirit, and not as a lesson or to impress onlookers, but directly to him, even if others are nearby.

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### **Variant 61: (Simple and Direct)**
**Eighth**, how much more harm anger and sorrow bring than the things that provoke them.  
**Ninth**, kindness is unbeatable, as long as it’s genuine and free from pretense or hypocrisy. What can the most insolent person do to you if you remain kind to him, and, when the moment comes, gently advise and teach him, calmly, right when he’s trying to harm you? “No, my child, we were made for something else. I won’t be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child.” Show him, softly and fully, that this is true—that even bees don’t act this way, nor do any creatures that live in communities. And do this without sarcasm or reproach, but with affection and a heart free from bitterness. Not as if you’re lecturing him or trying to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present.

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### **Variant 62: (Poetic and Reflective)**
**Eighth**, how much heavier the burden of anger and grief than the very things that stir them.  
**Ninth**, kindness is unconquerable, if it is pure and without deceit or pretense. What can the most arrogant person do to you if you persist in kindness, and, when the time is right, gently guide and teach him, calmly, at the very moment he seeks to harm you? “No, my child, we were born for something higher. I am not harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child.” Show him, gently and completely, that this is true—that even bees do not behave this way, nor any creatures that live together in harmony. And do this without irony or scorn, but with love and a soul free from malice. Not as if you’re giving a lesson or seeking admiration from others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are around.

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### **Variant 63: (Elegant and Thoughtful)**
**Eighth**, how much more painful are the effects of anger and sorrow than the things that cause them.  
**Ninth**, kindness is invincible, as long as it is sincere and free from falsehood or hypocrisy. What can the most offensive person do to you if you remain kind, and, when the moment allows, gently advise and teach him, calmly, right when he’s trying to harm you? “No, my child, we were made for something greater. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child.” Show him, softly and fully, that this is true—that even bees do not act this way, nor any creatures that live in groups. And do this without sarcasm or reproach, but with love and a heart free from bitterness. Not as if you’re lecturing him or trying to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present.

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### **Variant 64: (Graceful and Gentle)**
**Eighth**, how much more harm anger and grief cause than the things that provoke them.  
**Ninth**, kindness is unbeatable, as long as it is genuine and free from pretense or hypocrisy. What can the most insulting person do to you if you remain kind, and, when the moment comes, gently advise and teach him, calmly, right when he’s trying to harm you? “No, my child, we were made for something else. I won’t be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child.” Show him, softly and fully, that this is true—that even bees don’t act this way, nor do any creatures that live in communities. And do this without sarcasm or reproach, but with affection and a heart free from bitterness. Not as if you’re lecturing him or trying to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present.

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### **Variant 65: (Refined and Compassionate)**
**Eighth**, how much more suffering anger and sorrow bring than the things that cause them.  
**Ninth**, kindness is invincible, as long as it is sincere and free from deceit or hypocrisy. What can the most abusive person do to you if you remain kind, and, when the moment is right, gently advise and teach him, calmly, right when he’s trying to harm you? “No, my child, we were born for something higher. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child.” Show him, gently and completely, that this is true—that even bees do not behave this way, nor any creatures that live in harmony. And do this without sarcasm or reproach, but with love and a heart free from malice. Not as if you’re lecturing him or seeking admiration from others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are around.

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**Variant 66: (Emphasizing Contrast)**
"Eighth, how much harsher the wounds of wrath and sorrow than the very things that spark them. Ninth, that kindness, if true—not a sneer or mask—stands unbeaten. For what can the most spiteful do if you stay kind to him and, should chance allow, gently guide and teach him, even as he seeks to harm you: 'No, child: we're made for more. I'm not hurt, but you are, child.' Show, with a light touch yet fully, that this is so—that not even bees act thus, nor any herd-born creature. Do this not with scorn or blame, but with love, your soul unbitter. Not as from a pulpit, nor to wow onlookers, but to him alone, even if others stand near."

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**Variant 68: (Emphasizing Wisdom)**
"The eighth: How much more pain our anger brings, our grief, than what first sparked them. The ninth: That kindness, if pure—no sneer, no act—stands undefeated. For what can the most cruel do if you stay kind, and, should chance arise, gently counsel and teach, right as he tries to harm: 'No, child: we're meant for more. I'm not hurt, but you, child, are.' Show, with care yet fully, this truth—that not even bees act so, nor any creature born to flock. Do this not in jest or scorn, but with love, your soul unbitter. Not as if in school, nor to awe bystanders, but to him alone, even if others stand near."

**Variant 69: (More Conversational Tone)**
"Eighth point: Our anger and our grief hurt us far more than what caused them. Ninth: True kindness, not fake or sneering, can't be beat. What can even the nastiest person do if you keep being kind, and, if you get the chance, gently set him straight—right when he's trying to hurt you: 'No, child. We're made for better. I'm not harmed, but you are, child.' Show him, softly but clearly, that this is how it is—that not even bees do this, nor any animal that lives in groups. Don't do it sarcastically or meanly, but lovingly, with no bitterness. Not like you're lecturing or showing off, but just to him, even if others are around."

**Variant 70: (Emphasizing Moral Strength)**
"Eighth wisdom: Wrath and sorrow wound us more than their own causes. Ninth truth: Pure kindness, free of sneer or mask, stands unvanquished. For what can the most spiteful do if you stay kind and, should chance allow, gently guide and teach, even as he seeks to harm: 'Not this, child. We're born for more. I'm unhurt; you harm yourself, child.' Show, with care yet fully, this truth—that not even bees act thus, nor any creature born to flock. Do this not in jest or blame, but with love, your soul unbitter. Not as from on high, nor to impress watchers, but to him alone, even if others stand near."




Certainly! Here are five elegant and engaging translations of the Greek text, closely following the original phrasing and word choices:

**Variant 71: (Emphasizing the Power of Kindness)**
Eighth, consider how much more harm anger and sorrow bring than the very things that provoke them. Ninth, recognize that true kindness is unbeatable, as long as it is genuine and not a pretense. What can even the most offensive person do if you remain kind to him, and, when the moment is right, gently guide and teach him, even as he tries to harm you? "No, my child, we are meant for something greater. It is not I who am harmed, but you." Show him, with gentle clarity, that this is true, for even bees and other social creatures do not act this way. Do this not with sarcasm or reproach, but with love and a calm spirit, not as if lecturing or to impress others, but speaking directly, even if others are present.

**Variant 72: (Highlighting the Futility of Anger)**
Eighth, reflect on how anger and grief inflict more pain than the causes themselves. Ninth, understand that kindness is unconquerable if it is sincere and not a facade. What can the most insulting person do if you persist in kindness, and, when the chance arises, gently advise and instruct him, even as he seeks to wrong you? "No, my child, we are destined for better things. It is not I who suffer, but you." Demonstrate this truth with gentle persuasion, for even bees and other communal beings do not behave so. Do this without irony or scorn, but with affection and a serene heart, not as a teacher or to gain admiration, but speaking directly, even if others are around.

**Variant 73: (Focusing on the Invincibility of Kindness)**
Eighth, note how anger and sorrow cause more distress than the events that trigger them. Ninth, realize that kindness is invincible if it is genuine and not deceitful. What can the most abusive person do if you continue to treat him with kindness, and, when the opportunity presents itself, gently correct and educate him, even as he attempts to harm you? "No, my child, we are made for nobler purposes. It is not I who am harmed, but you." Show him this truth with gentle assurance, for even bees and other social creatures do not act in such a manner. Do this without sarcasm or reproach, but with love and a calm soul, not as if giving a lecture or to impress onlookers, but speaking directly, even if others are present.

**Variant 74: (Emphasizing the Gentle Approach)**
Eighth, observe how anger and grief bring more suffering than the things that provoke them. Ninth, know that kindness is unbeatable if it is sincere and not a sham. What can the most offensive person do if you remain kind, and, when the moment allows, gently guide and teach him, even as he tries to harm you? "No, my child, we are meant for higher things. It is not I who am harmed, but you." Show him this truth with gentle clarity, for even bees and other social creatures do not behave this way. Do this without irony or scorn, but with affection and a calm heart, not as if lecturing or to impress others, but speaking directly, even if others are present.

**Variant 75: (Highlighting the Wisdom of Kindness)**
Eighth, consider how anger and sorrow inflict more pain than the causes themselves. Ninth, understand that kindness is invincible if it is genuine and not a pretense. What can the most insulting person do if you persist in kindness, and, when the chance arises, gently advise and instruct him, even as he seeks to wrong you? "No, my child, we are destined for better things. It is not I who suffer, but you." Demonstrate this truth with gentle persuasion, for even bees and other communal beings do not behave so. Do this without irony or scorn, but with affection and a serene heart, not as a teacher or to gain admiration, but speaking directly, even if others are around.



Variant 76 (Emphasizing the Impact of Emotions):

Eighthly, consider how much heavier are the anger and sorrow we bear over such things than the things themselves at which we grow angry and sad.

Ninthly, that kindness is invincible, if it is genuine and not weak nor mere pretense. For what can the most insulting person do to you if you persist in being kind to him and, if the occasion allows, gently advise and teach him, taking the time right when he tries to harm you: "No, my child; we were born for something else. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child." And show him gently and broadly that this is so—that not even bees do such things, nor creatures born for companionship. But you must do this neither sarcastically nor reproachfully, but lovingly and without malice in your soul, and not as if lecturing nor to impress bystanders, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present.

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Variant 77 (With Poetic Rhythm):

Eighth, remember how much more burdensome are the angers and sorrows we carry over such matters than the things themselves at which we're angered and grieved.

Ninth, that goodwill is unconquerable, if sincere and not frail or feigned. For what can the most abusive person do to you if you stay kind to him, and, if chance permits, gently admonish and teach him, taking your time at the very moment he seeks to wrong you: "No, child; we are meant for other things. I won't be harmed, but you're hurting yourself, my child." And show him gently and universally that this is true—that not even bees behave this way, nor creatures born to flock together. But do this not with irony or rebuke, but with loving affection and an untroubled heart, and not as in a lecture hall nor to impress onlookers, but addressing him alone, even if others stand around.

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Variant 78 (Simpler Language, Fewer Syllables):

Eighth, see how much harsher are the anger and sorrow we bring upon ourselves over such things than the things themselves that make us angry and sad.

Ninth, that kindness is unbeatable, if it's real and not weak or fake. For what can the most offensive person do to you if you keep being kind to him and, if possible, gently advise and teach him, taking time right when he's trying to hurt you: "No, child; we're made for something else. I won't be harmed, but you're harming yourself, child." And show him gently and in general that this is so—that even bees don't act like this, nor creatures that live together. But do this not sarcastically or scornfully, but with loving care and a heart free from bitterness, and not as in a schoolroom or to impress others nearby, but speaking to him alone, even if others are around.

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Variant 79 (Emphasizing the Philosophical Aspect):

Eighthly, reflect on how much more severe are the anger and grief we impose upon ourselves over such things than the very things themselves about which we are angry and distressed.

Ninthly, that benevolence is invincible, if it is genuine and not frail nor hypocritical. For what can even the most insolent person do to you if you continue to show kindness to him and, if circumstances permit, gently counsel and instruct him, taking the opportunity at the very moment he attempts to injure you: "No, my child; we were born for something else. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child." And demonstrate to him gently and broadly that this is so—that not even bees behave thus, nor creatures naturally social. But you must do this neither with irony nor reproach, but with loving affection and a soul free from malice, and not as in a lecture nor to impress onlookers, but addressing him alone, even if others happen to be present.

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Variant 80 (Closely Following Greek Phrasing):

Eighthly, consider how much more grievous are the angers and sorrows we endure over such things than the very things themselves at which we become angry and sorrowful.

Ninthly, that goodwill is unconquerable, if it be genuine and not weak nor feigned. For what can the most abusive person do to you if you persist in goodwill toward him and, if so happens, gently advise and re-educate him, taking time at that very moment when he tries to harm you: "No, child; we were born for something else. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, child." And show him gently and generally that this is the case—that not even bees do so, nor creatures that are naturally gregarious. You must do this neither sarcastically nor reproachfully, but with loving affection and without bitterness in your soul, and not as if in a lecture nor that someone standing by might admire, but addressing him alone, even if others are present.



**Variant 1: (Emphasizing the Sting of Anger)**

Eighth, how much more grievous are the anger and pain we bring upon ourselves over such things than the very things themselves that anger and pain us. Ninth, that kindness is unconquerable, if it be true and not rotten, nor a mere mask. For what can even the most insulting man do to you, if you remain kind to him and, should the chance arise, gently advise and re-educate him, taking the time right then, when he seeks to harm you? "No, child. We are made for something else. I will not be harmed, but you harm yourself, child." And show him, tactfully and broadly, that this is so, that not even bees do this, nor any creature born to live in community. But you must do this without irony, without reproach, but with love and a stingless soul, not as a lecturer, nor to impress any onlooker, but as if to him alone, even if others stand around.


**Variant 2: (Focusing on the Power of Kindness)**

Eighth, consider how much heavier the burden of our anger and grief over such matters is than the matters themselves that provoke our anger and grief. Ninth, know that kindness is invincible, if it is genuine and not decayed, nor a pretense. For what can even the most abusive man do to you if you persist in kindness towards him and, if the moment presents itself, gently counsel and instruct him, finding the time right then, as he attempts to wrong you? "No, my son. We are born for a different purpose. I shall not be harmed, but you, my son, harm yourself." And demonstrate to him, delicately and generally, that this is the truth, that not even bees act this way, nor any creature naturally social. But you must do this without sarcasm, without rebuke, but with affection and a soul free from bitterness, not like a teacher in a classroom, nor to gain the admiration of any bystander, but as if speaking to him alone, even if others happen to be present.


**Variant 3: (Highlighting the Natural Order)**

Eighth, reflect on how much more harm our anger and sorrows over such things inflict than the very things themselves that cause our anger and sorrow. Ninth, understand that kindness is unyielding, if it is sincere and not corrupted, nor a mere act. For what can even the most insolent man do to you, if you continue to be kind to him and, if the occasion allows, softly guide and teach him, making the time right at that moment, when he tries to injure you? "No, child. We are formed for another end. I will not be injured, but you injure yourself, child." And reveal to him, subtly and comprehensively, that this is the way of things, that not even bees behave in this manner, nor any creature made for communal life. But you must do this without mockery, without accusation, but with love and a spirit free from venom, not as if giving a lesson, nor to amaze any observer, but as if speaking to him only, even if others are gathered around.


**Variant 4: (Stressing the Internal Struggle)**

Eighth, ponder how much more painful are the anger and distress we bring upon ourselves by such things than the very things themselves that make us angry and distressed. Ninth, remember that kindness is unbreakable, if it is authentic and not tainted, nor a facade. For what can even the most outrageous man do to you, if you persevere in kindness towards him and, if the opportunity arises, calmly advise and enlighten him, seizing the moment right then, when he endeavors to hurt you? "No, my son. We are destined for something different. I shall not be wounded, but you wound yourself, my son." And show him, discreetly and universally, that this is the case, that not even bees act like this, nor any other creature of a gregarious nature. But you must do this without scorn, without reproach, but with warmth and a heart free from malice, not as if lecturing, nor to impress any onlookers, but as if to him alone, even if others should happen to be present.


**Variant 5: (Emphasizing Self-Harm)**

Eighth, contemplate how much more damaging are the anger and pain we inflict upon ourselves over such things than the very things themselves that anger and pain us. Ninth, recognize that kindness is indomitable, if it is real and not spoiled, nor a performance. For what can even the most vicious man do to you, if you remain steadfast in kindness towards him and, if the situation permits, softly counsel and educate him, taking the time at that very instant, when he seeks to harm you? "No, child. We are created for another purpose. I will not be hurt, but you hurt yourself, child." And demonstrate to him, gently and generally, that this is how it is, that not even bees act in this way, nor any other creature born for a social existence. But you must do this without ridicule, without blame, but with love and a mind free from bitterness, not as if teaching a class, nor to astound any spectator, but as if speaking to him solely, even if others should be standing nearby.



**Variant 6: (Emphasizing the Harm of Emotions)**
"Eighth, the harm we suffer from our anger and sorrow is far greater than the harm caused by the very things that provoke them.  
Ninth, kindness is unconquerable, provided it is sincere and free from deceit or pretense. For what can the most insolent person do to you if you persist in kindness, and, when the moment allows, gently advise and correct him, even as he seeks to harm you? 'No, my child, we were not born for this. It is not I who am harmed, but you.' Show him, with gentle tact and in broad terms, that this is true—that even bees and other social creatures do not behave in such a way. But do this without irony or reproach, with a heart full of affection and free from bitterness, not as if lecturing or seeking to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present."

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**Variant 7: (Highlighting the Power of Kindness)**
"Eighth, our anger and grief inflict more pain upon us than the very things that cause them.  
Ninth, kindness is invincible, as long as it is genuine and not tainted by hypocrisy or pretense. What can the most arrogant person do to you if you remain steadfast in kindness, and, when the time is right, gently guide and instruct him, even as he tries to wrong you? 'No, my child, we were not made for this. It is not I who am harmed, but you.' Show him, with gentle clarity and in general terms, that this is so—that even bees and other social animals do not act in such a manner. But do this without sarcasm or scorn, with a heart full of love and free from malice, not as if teaching or seeking to impress onlookers, but speaking directly to him, even if others are around."

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**Variant 8: (Focusing on the Nature of Emotions)**
"Eighth, the anger and sorrow we feel cause us more harm than the very things that provoke them.  
Ninth, kindness is unbeatable, as long as it is sincere and not a mere façade. What can the most insolent person do to you if you remain consistently kind, and, when the moment is right, gently advise and correct him, even as he seeks to harm you? 'No, my child, we were not born for this. It is not I who am harmed, but you.' Show him, with gentle tact and in broad terms, that this is true—that even bees and other social creatures do not behave in such a way. But do this without irony or reproach, with a heart full of affection and free from bitterness, not as if lecturing or seeking to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present."

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**Variant 9: (Emphasizing the Invincibility of Kindness)**
"Eighth, our anger and sorrow do us more harm than the very things that cause them.  
Ninth, kindness is invincible, as long as it is genuine and not tainted by hypocrisy or pretense. What can the most arrogant person do to you if you remain steadfast in kindness, and, when the time is right, gently guide and instruct him, even as he tries to wrong you? 'No, my child, we were not made for this. It is not I who am harmed, but you.' Show him, with gentle clarity and in general terms, that this is so—that even bees and other social animals do not act in such a manner. But do this without sarcasm or scorn, with a heart full of love and free from malice, not as if teaching or seeking to impress onlookers, but speaking directly to him, even if others are around."

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**Variant 10: (Highlighting the Harm of Emotions and the Power of Kindness)**
"Eighth, the harm we suffer from our anger and sorrow is far greater than the harm caused by the very things that provoke them.  
Ninth, kindness is unconquerable, provided it is sincere and free from deceit or pretense. For what can the most insolent person do to you if you persist in kindness, and, when the moment allows, gently advise and correct him, even as he seeks to harm you? 'No, my child, we were not born for this. It is not I who am harmed, but you.' Show him, with gentle tact and in broad terms, that this is true—that even bees and other social creatures do not behave in such a way. But do this without irony or reproach, with a heart full of affection and free from bitterness, not as if lecturing or seeking to impress others, but speaking directly to him, even if others are present."


Variant 31: (Emphasizing the Overbearing Nature of Emotions)
Eighth, that anger and grief over such things burden us more heavily than the things themselves at which we are angered and grieved.
Ninth, that kindness is invincible when it is genuine—not spoiled nor a pretense. For what can the most insolent person do to you if you persist in kindness toward him and, if chance allows, gently advise and teach him, taking your time even as he tries to harm you: "No, my child, we were born for something else. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, my child." And show him gently and broadly that this is so—that not even bees act this way, nor creatures naturally social. But you must do this without irony or reproach, but lovingly and without bitterness in your soul, and not as if in a lecture hall nor to impress any bystanders, but addressing him alone even if others happen to be present.

Variant 32: (Highlighting the Power of Sincere Kindness)
Eighth, that the anger and sorrow we feel over such matters inflict upon us more hardship than the very things themselves that provoke our anger and sorrow.
Ninth, that goodwill is unconquerable if it is sincere and not decayed or hypocritical. For what can the most abusive person do to you if you remain benevolent toward him and, should opportunity arise, gently counsel and instruct him, taking your time right when he attempts to harm you: "No, child, we are meant for other things. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, child." And show him gently and in general that this is so—that not even bees behave thus, nor any creatures born to live together. And you must do this neither with sarcasm nor reproach, but with loving affection and without sting in your soul, and not as if giving a lesson or to impress another standing by, but speaking directly to him even if others are around.

Variant 33: (Focusing on Gentle Correction)
Eighth, that the hardships brought upon us by anger and grief over such things are greater than the things themselves at which we are angered and grieved.
Ninth, that kindness is unbeatable when sincere—not tainted nor a façade. For what can the most insolent man do to you if you continue in kindness toward him and, if it so happens, gently advise and teach him, taking your time right when he tries to harm you: "No, my child, we were born for something else. I shall not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, child." And show him gently and generally that this is the case—that not even bees do this, nor creatures that are by nature gregarious. And you must do this without irony nor reproach, but with loving care and without bitterness in your soul, and not as in a schoolroom nor to make a bystander admire you, but addressing him alone even if others happen to be present.

Variant 34: (Emphasizing Natural Sociability)
Eighth, that the anger and grief we experience over such things bring upon us more trouble than the things themselves over which we are angered and grieved.
Ninth, that goodwill is invincible if genuine—not spoiled nor hypocritical. For what can the most insulting person do to you if you persist in goodwill toward him and, if opportunity allows, gently admonish and teach him, taking your time even as he attempts to harm you: "No, child, we are born for other purposes. I will not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, child." And show him gently and broadly that this is so—that not even bees act this way, nor creatures naturally inclined to herd together. And you must not do this with irony or reproach, but with loving affection and without sting in your soul, and not as though lecturing or to impress any bystander, but addressing him alone even if others are nearby.

Variant 35: (Underscoring the Invincibility of Kindness)
Eighth, that anger and sorrow over such matters bring us more harm than the very things themselves at which we are angered and sorrowful.
Ninth, that kindness is unconquerable if it is true and not corrupted or a pretense. For what can the most abusive man do to you if you remain kind to him and, should it happen, gently advise and teach him, taking your time right when he tries to harm you: "No, my child, we were meant for something else. I shall not be harmed, but you are harming yourself, child." And show him gently and broadly that this is so—that not even bees behave thus, nor creatures born to live together. And you must do this neither with sarcasm nor reproach, but lovingly and without bitterness in your soul, and not as if in a lecture nor to impress others who may be standing by, but addressing him alone even if others are present.


**Variant 36: (Emphasizing the Weight of Anger)**

"Eighth, how much heavier the angers and pains upon such things weigh, than the very things themselves for which we are angered and pained. Ninth, that goodwill is unconquerable, if it be genuine and not rotten, nor a pretense. For what can the most insulting man do to you, if you remain benevolent to him and, if it so happens, gently admonish and teach him, having leisure beside him at that very moment when he attempts to harm you? 'No, child: we are born for something else. I, indeed, will not be harmed, but you harm yourself, child.' And to show clearly and wholly that this is so, that not even bees do this, nor any creatures that live in swarms. But one must not do this ironically nor reproachfully, but lovingly and stinglessly to the soul, and not as if at leisure, nor so that another standing by may admire, but either to him alone, or if others happen to be present."


**Variant 37: (Poetic Tone, Focusing on Inner Strength)**

"Eighth, how much heavier the burdens of anger and pain, borne for such things, than the very things themselves that stir our anger and our pain. Ninth, that true goodwill is unconquered, if it be pure and not decayed, nor a mere mask. For what can even the most abusive man do, if you hold fast to goodwill towards him, and, should the chance arise, gently guide and teach him, finding time beside him at the very instant he seeks to harm you? 'No, my child: we are made for a higher purpose. I will not be harmed, but you, my child, harm yourself.' And to show plainly and fully that this is true, that not even bees act thus, nor any creatures born to live in throngs. But this must not be done with irony, nor with scorn, but with love and without sting to the soul, and not as if in idle sport, nor so that another, watching, may marvel, but either to him alone, or if others chance to stand nearby."


**Variant 38: (Highlighting the Power of Goodwill)**

"Eighth, how much more grievous are the angers and sorrows we bear for such things, than the very things themselves that provoke our anger and our sorrow. Ninth, that genuine goodwill is invincible, if it be true and not corrupted, nor a mere facade. For what can the most injurious man do to you, if you persist in goodwill towards him, and, if the occasion arises, gently counsel and instruct him, finding the time beside him at the very moment he tries to wrong you? 'No, child: we are made for another way. I shall not be harmed, but you harm yourself, child.' And to demonstrate clearly and completely that this is so, that not even bees do this, nor any creatures that live in communities. But one must not do this with sarcasm, nor with reproach, but with affection and without wounding the soul, and not as if at one's leisure, nor so that another, observing, may be impressed, but either to him alone, or if others happen to be around."


**Variant 39: (Emphasizing the Contrast with Nature)**

"Eighth, how much heavier the burdens of anger and grief we carry for such things, than the very things themselves that cause our anger and our grief. Ninth, that true benevolence is unconquerable, if it be sincere and not tainted, nor a mere act. For what can even the most insulting man do to you, if you remain steadfast in benevolence towards him, and, if the opportunity presents itself, gently advise and educate him, finding the time beside him at the very moment he attempts to hurt you? 'No, child: we are created for something different. I will not be injured, but you injure yourself, child.' And to show clearly and fully that this is the case, that not even bees do this, nor any creatures that are social by nature. But one must not do this with irony, nor with blame, but with love and without stinging the soul, and not as if one has ample time, nor so that another, standing by, may be amazed, but either to him alone, or if others happen to be present."


**Variant 40: (Focusing on the Practical Application of Goodwill)**

"Eighth, how much more burdensome are the angers and sorrows we bear over such things, than the very things themselves that make us angry and sorrowful. Ninth, that true kindness is invincible, if it be genuine and not spoiled, nor a mere show. For what can even the most offensive man do to you, if you continue in kindness towards him, and, if the chance arises, gently guide and teach him, making time for him at the very moment he tries to harm you? 'No, child: we are meant for something else. I will not be hurt, but you hurt yourself, child.' And to demonstrate clearly and completely that this is so, that not even bees do this, nor any creatures that live in groups. But one must not do this sarcastically, nor reproachfully, but with love and without harming the soul, and not as if one has leisure, nor so that another, watching, may be impressed, but either to him alone, or if others happen to be standing by."

### **Variant 41: (Emphasizing the Weight of Emotions)**  
**Eighth**, how much harsher are the burdens brought by anger and sorrow over such things, than the very things themselves that provoke our anger and grief.  
**Ninth**, that goodwill is unconquerable, if it is true and not tainted or false. For what can the most insolent do to you, if you remain kind to him, and, if it so happens, gently advise and teach him, taking your time, even in that very moment when he seeks to harm you?  
"Do not, my child; we are made for something else. I will not be harmed, but you, my child, are harming yourself."  
And show him, softly and fully, that this is indeed the case, that not even bees do such things, nor any creatures that live in herds.  
But you must do this neither with irony nor reproach, but with affection and without bitterness in your soul, not as if in leisure, nor to impress any bystander, but either to him alone, or even if others are standing around.

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### **Variant 42: (More Reflective and Gentle)**  
**Eighth**, how much more severe are the storms of anger and sorrow over such matters, than the very things themselves that stir our wrath and grief.  
**Ninth**, that kindness is invincible, if it is genuine and not corrupted or feigned. For what can the most arrogant do to you, if you persist in kindness toward him, and, if the moment allows, calmly counsel and teach him, taking your time, even as he tries to wrong you?  
"Do not, my child; we are meant for something higher. I will not be harmed, but you, my child, are harming yourself."  
And show him, gently and completely, that this is true, that not even bees act this way, nor any creatures that live together.  
But do this without mockery or scorn, but with love and without sting in your soul, not as if in idle talk, nor to impress any onlookers, but either to him alone, or even if others are gathered around.

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### **Variant 43: (Focusing on the Power of Kindness)**  
**Eighth**, how much more painful are the blows of anger and sorrow over such things, than the very things themselves that cause our anger and grief.  
**Ninth**, that kindness is unbeatable, if it is pure and not spoiled or false. For what can the most abusive person do to you, if you remain kind to him, and, if the moment allows, gently advise and teach him, taking your time, even as he seeks to harm you?  
"Do not, my child; we are born for something else. I will not be harmed, but you, my child, are harming yourself."  
And show him, softly and fully, that this is indeed the truth, that not even bees behave this way, nor any creatures that live in groups.  
But do this neither with sarcasm nor reproach, but with love and without bitterness in your heart, not as if in leisure, nor to impress any bystander, but either to him alone, or even if others are present.

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### **Variant 44: (Highlighting the Wisdom of Restraint)**  
**Eighth**, how much heavier are the burdens of anger and sorrow over such things, than the very things themselves that provoke our anger and grief.  
**Ninth**, that goodwill is invincible, if it is sincere and not decayed or false. For what can the most insolent person do to you, if you remain kind to him, and, if the moment allows, gently advise and teach him, taking your time, even as he tries to harm you?  
"Do not, my child; we are made for something greater. I will not be harmed, but you, my child, are harming yourself."  
And show him, gently and completely, that this is indeed the case, that not even bees act this way, nor any creatures that live in herds.  
But do this neither with irony nor reproach, but with love and without bitterness in your soul, not as if in idle talk, nor to impress any onlookers, but either to him alone, or even if others are standing by.

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Variant ham
Eighth. The greater grief comes from the consequent anger and pain, rather than the original causes of our anger and pain. 
Ninth. Kindness is invincible – if it is sincere, not fawning or pretence. What can the most aggressive man do to you if you continue to be kind to him? If, as opportunity arises, you gently admonish him and take your time to re-educate him at the very moment when he is trying to do you harm? ‘No, son, we were born for other purposes than this. There is no way that I can be harmed, but you are harming yourself, son.’ And show him delicately how things are, making the 
general point that bees do not act like this, or any other creatures of gregarious nature. But your advice must not be ironic or critical. It should be affectionate, with no hurt feelings, not a lecture or a demonstration to impress others, but the way you would talk to someone by himself irrespective of company. 

Variant hay
 viii. How much more damage anger and grief do than the things that cause them. 
 ix. That kindness is invincible, provided it’s sincere—not ironic or an act. What can even the most vicious person do if you keep treating him with kindness and gently set him straight—if you get the chance—correcting him cheerfully at the exact moment that he’s trying to do you harm. “No, no, my friend. That isn’t what we’re here for. It isn’t me who’s harmed by that. It’s you.” And show him, gently and without pointing fingers, that it’s so. That bees don’t behave like this—or any other animals with a sense of community. Don’t do it sardonically or meanly, but affectionately—with no hatred in your heart. And not ex cathedra or to impress third parties, but speaking directly. Even if there are other people around. 

Variant long
Eighth, consider how much more pain is brought on us by the anger and vexation caused by such acts than by the acts themselves, at which we are angry and vexed.
Ninth, consider that a good disposition is invincible if it be genuine, and not an affected smile and acting a part. For what will the most violent man do to thee, if thou continuest to be of a kind disposition towards him, and if, as opportunity offers, thou gently admonishest him and calmly correctest his errors at the very time when he is trying to do thee harm, saying, Not so, my child: we are constituted by nature for something else: I shall certainly not be injured, but thou art injuring thyself, my child.—And show him with gentle tact and by general principles that this is so, and that even bees do not do as he does, nor any animals which are formed by nature to be gregarious. And thou must do this neither with any double meaning nor in the way of reproach, but affectionately and without any rancor in thy soul; and not as if thou wert lecturing him, nor yet that any bystander may admire, but either when he is alone, and if others are present …

Variant ren
Eighth. How much more unconscionable are our anger and vexation at the acts, than the acts which make us angry and vexed ! 
Ninth. Kindness is invincible if only it is honest, not fawning or insincere. What can the most aggressive do, if you keep persistently kind, and as occasion offers gently remonstrate, and seize the moment when he is bent on mischief, for trying quietly to convert him to a better frame of mind. ‘ Not so, my son, we are made for other ends;  you cannot hurt me, you hurt yourself, my son.’ Then point him gently to the general law of things, that neither do the bees act so, nor any of the gregarious animals;  but avoid any touch of irony or fault-finding, and be affectionate and conciliatory in tone; 
not in schoolmaster style, or to show off before others, but quietly in his own ear, even if others are standing by. 

Variant wat
Eighth, remember that we suffer more from getting angry and upset about such things than we do from the things themselves that are making us angry and upset. 
Ninth, remember that kindness is irresistible if it’s genuine, not phony or feigned. After all, what can even the most abusive person in the world do to you if you keep on being kind to him and, if the opportunity arises, gently offer him advice and take the time to show him the error of his ways right when he’s trying to do you harm? “No, my child.44 This is not what we were born for. It’s not I who am harmed, child, but you.” Gently, and in general terms, show him that this is how things are—that not even bees act like this, nor any other gregarious creatures. But you must be sure to do this with affection and in a calm state of mind, not insincerely or in a reproachful tone of voice. Don’t talk to him like a schoolmaster or with the aim of impressing any bystanders there might be, but address your words to him as you would if he were alone, even if there happen to be bystanders. 

Variant hic
 Eighth, our rage and lamentations do us more harm than whatever caused our anger and grief in the first place. 
 Ninth, as long as it’s genuine and without condescension or pretense, kindness is irresistible. What can the most insolent man do if you remain relentlessly kind and, given the opportunity, counsel him calmly and gently even while he’s trying to harm you? “No, my son. We are not created for this. I can’t be hurt in this way, but you are hurting yourself.” In a discreet and roundabout manner, point out to him that bees and other animals by nature gregarious do not act like this. Let there be nothing ironic or scolding in your tone, but speak with true affection and with no residue of resentment in your heart. Don’t lecture him. Don’t embarrass him in front of others. But address him privately even if others are present.  


Variant gil
Eighthly, that the anger and distress that we feel at such behaviour bring us more suffering than the very things that give rise to that anger and distress. 
Ninthly, that kindness is invincible, if it be sincere and not hypocritical or a mere façade. For what can the most insulting of people do to you if you are consistently kind to him, and, when the occasion allows, gently advise him and quietly put him on the proper course at the very time when he is attempting to do you a mischief. ‘No, my son, we were born for something other than this; it is not I who am harmed, it is you, my son, who are causing harm to yourself.’ And show him tactfully, in general terms, that this is so, and that not even bees behave in such a fashion nor any other creature of a gregarious nature. But you must do so in no sarcastic or reproachful spirit, but affectionately and with a heart free from rancour, and not as if you were lecturing him like a schoolmaster, or trying to impress the bystanders, but as one person to another even if others should happen to be present.