The second offence, however, should be punished, even if it be trivial. If, however, a person commits an offence unwillingly, it has been said that examining his plea well by a judicious enquiry, he should be pardoned. Humility may vanquish might, humility may vanquish weakness. There is nothing that humility may not accomplish. One should act with reference to place and time, taking note of his own might or weakness.
Nothing can succeed that has been undertaken without reference to place and time.
Sometimes offenders should be forgiven from fear of the people. These have been declared to be times of forgiveness. And it has been said that on occasions besides these, might should be put forth against transgressors. It behoveth thee to put forth thy might. Know this, O thou possessed of great wisdom, that anger is the root of all prosperity and all adversity.