13. Those who answer before they listenare foolish and disgraceful.
14. The human spirit sustains a sick person,but who can bear a broken spirit?
15. An understanding mind gains knowledge;the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
16. A gift opens the wayfor access to important people.
17. The first person to testify seems innocent,until the other comes and cross-examines him.
18. The dice settle conflictsand keep strong opponents apart.
19. An offended ally is more formidable than a city;such quarreling is like the bars of a castle.
20. The stomach is satisfiedby the fruit of the mouth;one’s lips can earn a satisfying income.
21. Death and life are in the power of the tongue;those who love it will eat its fruit.
22. He who finds a wife finds what is good,gaining favor from the Lord.
23. The poor plead for help,but the wealthy answer harshly.
24. There are persons for companionship,but then there are friends who are more loyal than family.