12. Do not let them stand near you,lest they push you aside and take your place.Do not let them sit at your right hand,or they will demand your seat,And in the end you will appreciate my advice,when you groan with regret, as I warned.
13. Who pities a snake charmer when he is bitten,or anyone who goes near a wild beast?
14. So it is with the companion of the proud,who is involved in their sins:
15. While you stand firm, they make no move;but if you slip, they cannot hold back.
16. With their lips enemies speak sweetly,but in their heart they scheme to plunge you into the abyss.Though enemies have tears in their eyes,given the chance, they will never have enough of your blood.
17. If evil comes upon you, you will find them at hand;pretending to help, they will trip you up,