"Dear son, the first thing I teach thee is to set thy heart to love God, for without Him none can be saved.
"If God send thee adversity, receive it with patience, and thank the Lord for it, and think that thou hast deserved it, and that it will turn to thy profit. If He give thee prosperity, thank Him for it humbly, so as not to lose by pride or otherwise what ought to render thee better; for one ought not to abuse the gifts of God."
"Be kind and charitable to the poor, the weak, and those who are in trouble, and aid them according to thy power."
"Maintain the good customs of thy country, and destroy the bad ones. Only have in thy company prudent and unambitious men. Flee and avoid the company of the wicked."
"Listen willingly to the word of God, and keep it in thy heart. Let no one be so bold as to speak a word which might lead to sin in thy presence."
GUSTAVUS VASA, KING OF SWEDEN.
