Morals, Modesty, and Manners

A lady should be witty, elegant, and cultured.

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Do not spit in public.

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If necessary, follow the path of evil rather than the path of good.

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A man should not be too short or too tall.

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Do not smell another person's food or drink.

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Try to be feared rather than to be loved.

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A gentleman should be able to do everything well.

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A gentleman should be able to do everything well.

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It is acceptable to break promises to other people because they will probably break their promises to you.

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A man should be gentle, modest, and reserved.

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