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the money necessary, and sent him on his pilgrimage.
He then sent for the third son and asked him what his desire was. He replied, "to acquire a kingdom, levy a great army, protect the people, make the provinces fruitful, and thus acquire a good reputation."
The king was much gratified at these words, and thinking that he was the fittest person to rule the kingdom, made over charge of the kingdom to him. The son assumed the reins of government, treated his people with justice and generosity, and consequently his people flourished.
You should, therefore, enquire into the capabilities of the person, and his mental tendencies, before entrusting him with authority.
