The Polity of Śukra 168

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priyamevābhidhātavyaṃ nityaṃ satsu dviṣatsu vā. śikhīva kekāṃ madhurāṃ vācaṃ būte janapriyaḥ ... 168 ..

Only pleasant words should constantly be spoken, whether to the good or to enemies. / One dear to the people speaks sweet words, like a peacock making its call.