A man ought to have the same friends and enemies as his country; and he who makes war or peace for himself shall be put to death.

And if a party in the state make war or peace, their leaders shall be indicted by the generals, and, if convicted, they shall be put to death.

The ministers and officers of a country ought not to receive gifts, even as the reward of good deeds.

He who disobeys shall die.
With a view to taxation a man should have his property and income valued: and the government may, at their discretion, levy the tax upon the annual return, or take a portion of the whole.
The good man will offer moderate gifts to the Gods; his land or hearth cannot be offered, because they are already consecrated to all Gods.
Gold and silver, which arouse envy, and ivory, which is taken from the dead body of an animal, are unsuitable offerings; iron and brass are materials of war.

Wood and stone of a single piece may be offered; also woven work which has not occupied one woman more than a month in making.
White is a colour which is acceptable to the Gods; figures of birds and similar offerings are the best of gifts, but they must be such as the painter can execute in a day.
Next concerning lawsuits.