Sow and Reap

Sow with a view to righteousness,
Reap in accordance with kindness;

God, Hosea 10:12a

Consequence of Sloth

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule:
but the slothful shall be under tribute

Solomon, Son of David (reign: 971 - 931 BC)

Master and King

I see no good in having several lords:
Let one alone be master, let one alone be King.

Homer via Ulysses in the Illiad

Tzu on War

All war is based on deception.

Sun Tzu, Art of War Ch1:18

A New Era of Taxes

Your father made our yoke hard; now therefore lighten the hard service of your father and his heavy yoke which he put on us, and we will serve you.

The People of Israel to King Rehoboam, son of Solomon.  1 King 12:4