He must beware of a darkly-flowing river, and the dark cellar beyond.

He must have the courage to say 'nay'-- the courage to fly as well as to fight.

Young man, thou hast over-much curiosity.

In these times of peril men must walk warily.
Choose the safe path, and keep therein.

Think not to play with edge tools and yet keep thy fingers unscarred." Cuthbert felt the colour rising in his face.