3. You never know what a king is thinking; his thoughts are beyond us, like the heights of the sky or the depths of the ocean.
4. Take the impurities out of silver and the artist can produce a thing of beauty.
5. Keep evil advisers away from the king and his government will be known for its justice.
6. When you stand before the king, don't try to impress him and pretend to be important.
7. It is better to be asked to take a higher position than to be told to give your place to someone more important.
8. Don't be too quick to go to court about something you have seen. If another witness later proves you wrong, what will you do then?
9. If you and your neighbour have a difference of opinion, settle it between yourselves and do not reveal any secrets.
10. Otherwise everyone will learn that you can't keep a secret, and you will never live down the shame.
11. An idea well expressed is like a design of gold, set in silver.