3. Fire tests the purity of silver and gold,but the lord tests the heart.
4. Wrongdoers eagerly listen to gossip;liars pay close attention to slander.
5. Those who mock the poor insult their Maker;those who rejoice at the misfortune of others will be punished.
6. Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged;parents are the pride of their children.
7. Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool;even less are lies fitting for a ruler.
8. A bribe is like a lucky charm;whoever gives one will prosper!
9. Love prospers when a fault is forgiven,but dwelling on it separates close friends.
10. A single rebuke does more for a person of understandingthan a hundred lashes on the back of a fool.
11. Evil people are eager for rebellion,but they will be severely punished.