 Our Lord taught us by his words and by his example to be prudent. The first time he spoke, at twelve years of age in the portico of the temple, all were amazed at his understanding. Later on during his public life, his words and his conduct were as clear as they were prudent, being such that his enemies could not find fault with him. Our Lord does not seek subterfuges, but keeps in mind who it is he is talking to.