Book of Wise Sayings Selected Largely from Eastern Sources

"Book of Wise Sayings" by W. A. Clouston is a compilation of insightful proverbs and aphorisms, mainly gathered from Eastern writings of the time. The book presents a wide array of wise sayings that touch on moral standards, what it means to be human, and the good parts of life. These carefully chosen quotes come from well-known writings of Hindu, Buddhist, Chinese, and Arabic thinkers, showing that wisdom is something shared by all cultures. It starts by talking about the collection’s main idea, which shows how important and powerful wise sayings can be. Clouston points out that many people might think proverbs are just old sayings, but they actually hold useful wisdom that can really change someone’s life. He believes these short but meaningful observations are especially helpful for young people, guiding them as they make choices about what is right and wrong. The first few sayings encourage readers to look inside themselves, thinking about what they care about, their relationships, and how important it is to learn, asking them to think about how these old truths fit into today's world.