9. Debate your case with your neighbor,And do not disclose the secret to another;
10. Lest he who hears it expose your shame,And your reputation be ruined.
11. A word fitly spoken is like apples of goldIn settings of silver.
12. Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine goldIs a wise rebuker to an obedient ear.
13. Like the cold of snow in time of harvestIs a faithful messenger to those who send him,For he refreshes the soul of his masters.
14. Whoever falsely boasts of givingIs like clouds and wind without rain.
15. By long forbearance a ruler is persuaded,And a gentle tongue breaks a bone.
16. Have you found honey?Eat only as much as you need,Lest you be filled with it and vomit.
17. Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house,Lest he become weary of you and hate you.
18. A man who bears false witness against his neighborIs like a club, a sword, and a sharp arrow.
19. Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of troubleIs like a bad tooth and a foot out of joint.
20. Like one who takes away a garment in cold weather,And like vinegar on soda,Is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.
21. If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat;And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink;
22. For so you will heap coals of fire on his head,And the Lord will reward you.
23. The north wind brings forth rain,And a backbiting tongue an angry countenance.
24. It is better to dwell in a corner of a housetop,Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.