6. Many mighty men have been greatly brought down, and the glorious have been delivered into the hand of others.
7. Before thou inquire, blame no man: and when thou hast inquired, reprove justly.
8. Before thou hear, answer not a word: and interrupt not others in the midst of their discourse.
9. Strive not in a matter which doth not concern thee, and sit not in judgment with sinners.
10. My son, meddle not with many matters: and if thou be rich, thou shalt not be free from sin: for if thou pursue after thou shalt not overtake: and if thou run before thou shalt not escape.