2. An honest life shows respect for God;a degenerate life is a slap in his face.
3. Frivolous talk provokes a derisive smile;wise speech evokes nothing but respect.
4. No cattle, no crops;a good harvest requires a strong ox for the plow.
5. A true witness never lies;a false witness makes a business of it.
6. Cynics look high and low for wisdom—and never find it;the open-minded find it right on their doorstep!