14. The strong spirit of a man sustains him in bodily pain or trouble, but a weak and broken spirit who can raise up or bear?
15. The mind of the prudent is ever getting knowledge, and the ear of the wise is ever seeking (inquiring for and craving) knowledge.
16. A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before great men. [Gen. 32:20; I Sam. 25:27; Prov. 17:8; 21:14.]
17. He who states his case first seems right, until his rival comes and cross-examines him.
18. To cast lots puts an end to disputes and decides between powerful contenders.
19. A brother offended is harder to be won over than a strong city, and [their] contentions separate them like the bars of a castle.