A wise man who engages with ignorant people should not expect respect, and if an ignorant person prevails over a wise man through eloquence, it is not surprising, for it is a stone that breaks a gem.

It is not surprising if his breath sinks (he becomes disheartened),

When a nightingale is caged with a crow.

If a skilled person experiences hardship from ruffians,

He should not grieve his heart and become upset.

If a worthless stone breaks a golden bowl,

The value of the stone does not increase, and the value of the gold does not decrease.