7. Better for him to say to you, “Come up here,” than for you to be humiliated before a nobleman. What your eyes have seen,
8. do not bring hastily to court, or what will you do afterward, when your neighbor puts you to shame?
9. Argue your case with your associate, without betraying another’s confidence,
10. or the one who hears it will shame you, and you will never lose your bad reputation.
11. Like apples of gold in settings of silver is a word aptly spoken.
12. Like a gold earring or a gold ornament is a wise reproof to a receptive ear.
13. Like the coolness of snow at harvest time is a faithful messenger to those who send him for he refreshes his master’s soul.
14. Like clouds and wind without rain is one who boasts about a gift not given.
15. Through patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.