2. When you have doneeverything necessary, recline,so that you can have fun with them,and because of your excellent behavioryou will receive a wreath.
3. Speak, you who are older,for it’s your privilege.But know what you’re talking about,and don’t interrupt the music.
4. Where there’s a performance,don’t talk too much,and don’t be clever at the wrong time.
5. A musical performance at a wine partyis like a ruby seal on a gold ornament.
6. Melodic music accompanying sweet wineis like an emerald sealin a setting of gold.
7. Speak, you who are young,if it’s necessary,but only twice,and only if you are asked.
8. Sum up what you have to say;much can be said in few words.Be like one who knowsbut who can keep silent.
9. When you are among the more influential, don’t presume authority;and where elders are present,don’t talk idly about many things.