[[14]] So also in life, by diversity of aim, alternating work and play, happiness is secured. Tacking is evidently meant in the case of the steersman.
[[15]] This section refers to the relations between the son of a nobleman and his tutor, dwelling on the benefits from former pupils in high places, if their schooldays have been pleasant. The last sentence of this section, as of sections 23 and 25, is somewhat à propos des bottes.
[[16]] An obscure phrase is here.
[[17]] Literally, "It is that which preventeth the heart from advancing (?)" A curious phrase.
[[18]] Literally, after his stick or sceptre.
[[19]] Who knows them.