The Golden Verses of Pythagoras

"The Golden Verses of Pythagoras" are a collection of moral exhortations comprising 71 lines written in dactylic hexameter.
They present a brief glimpse into the mind and the worldview of Pythagoras and probably formed part of his instructions to his disciples.
"The Golden Verses of Pythagoras" embody what we know about his teachings today. Besides exhortations to live a moral, simple and contemplative life, these pithy aphorisms allow a glimpse of a bit of the Pythagorean schools' deeper knowledge.