
Divine Desire! Bhisma next cited following conversation to Maharaj Yudhisthira, that took place long ago between Indra & Brihaspati Brihaspati said: A king should never quarrel with his enemies, because quarrelling is for boys. One should never put an enemy on guard by showing anger, fear or joy. Externally, one should treat his enemies as if he has implicit faith in them. Then, when an enemy is off guard, he can easily be attacked and conquered Indra enquired: Dear teacher, how can a wicked person be easily understood? Brihaspati said: A wicked person is one who proclaims the faults of another behind his back, who is envious of other’s achievements, and who remains silent while others are being praised in his presence. Of course, mere silence at such a time is not in itself a sign of wickedness, but an envious person will be seen to breathe heavily, shake his head negatively, or bite his lip. Another characteristic of a wicked person is that he does not fulfil his promises...