1. A wise judge will judge his people, and the leadership of an understanding man will be steadfast.
2. As the judge of the people is, so also are his assistants. And whatever kind of man the ruler of a city is, of such a kind also are those who live in it.
3. A foolish king will be the ruin of his people. For cities will be inhabited through the understanding of those with power.
4. Power over the earth is in the hand of God, and, in due time, he will raise up a helpful leader over the earth.
5. The prosperity of a man is in the hand of God, and he will place his honor above the face of the scribe.
6. You should forget all injury done to you by your neighbor, and you should do nothing among the works of injury.
7. Arrogance is hateful in the sight of God and of men. And all iniquity among the nations is abominable.
8. A kingdom is transferred from one people to another because of injustices, and injuries, and contempt, and every kind of deceit.