20. A leader should be honoured by those who follow him, and the Lord honours those who fear him.
22. Rich people, famous people, and poor people all take pride in their fear of the Lord.
23. It is not right to refuse honour to a poor person who is intelligent, and is not right to give honour to a sinner.
24. People of influence, rulers, and judges will be honoured, but none of them is greater than a person who fears the Lord.
25. A slave who is wise will have free citizens serving him; and if they are sensible, they will not resent it.
26. When you do your work, don't make a show of your skill, and don't try to put on an act when you are in trouble.