18. One who is wise and disciplined,
Kindly always and intelligent,
Humble and free from pride –
One like this will win respect.
Rising early and scorning laziness,
Remaining calm in time of strife,
Faultless in conduct and clever in actions –
One like this will win respect.
Being able to make friends and keep them,
Welcoming others and sharing with them,
A guide, philosopher and friend –
One like this will win respect.
Being generous and kindly in speech,
Doing a good turn for others
And treating all alike –
One like this will win respect.
Digha Nikaya III.
Cattāri Brahmavihārā 
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