16. Stopping her is like trying to stop the wind or trying to hold oil in your hand.
17. As one piece of iron sharpens another, so friends keep each other sharp.
18. People who take care of fig trees are allowed to eat the fruit. In the same way, people who take care of their masters will be rewarded.
19. Just as you can see your own face reflected in water, so your heart reflects the kind of person you are.
20. Just as the place of death and destruction is never full, people always want more and more.
21. People use fire to purify gold and silver. In the same way, you are tested by the praise people give you.
22. Even if you pound fools to powder like grain in a bowl, you will never force the foolishness out of them.
23. Learn all you can about your sheep. Take care of your goats the best you can.