10. The name of the Lord is very strong tower. The just one rushes to it, and he shall be exalted.
11. The substance of the wealthy is the city of his strength, and it is like a strong wall encircling him.
12. The heart of a man is exalted before it is crushed and humbled before it is glorified.
13. Whoever responds before he listens, demonstrates himself to be foolish and deserving of confusion.
14. The spirit of a man sustains his weakness. Yet who can sustain a spirit that is easily angered?
15. A prudent heart shall possess knowledge. And the ear of the wise seeks doctrine.
16. A man's gift expands his way and makes space for him before leaders.
17. The just is the first accuser of himself; his friend arrives and shall investigate him.
18. Casting a lot suppresses contentions and passes judgment, even among the powerful.
19. A brother who is helped by a brother is like a reinforced city, and judgments are like the bars of cities.