Passage 25

In English

Jealousy is the greatest enemy of man, and it takes root when is absent. If you possess the virtue of , then none of these enemies can come anywhere near you. If the hearts of today’s students are polluted, it is because of the absence of . This is a quality that has to be painstakingly cultivated by self-effort and cannot be acquired as a gift from others; nor can it be obtained from books or even a teacher. It is only your own tenacity and firm determination that will help you cultivate this virtue. You must be resolute and ready to face any difficulty in the quest of your goal.