13. The mercy of a man is upon his neighbor; But the mercy of the Lord is upon all flesh; Reproving, and chastening, and teaching, And bringing again, as a shepherd does his flock.
14. He has mercy on them that accept chastening, And that diligently seek after his judgements.
15. My son, to your good deeds add no blemish; And no grief of words in any of your giving.
16. Shall not the dew assuage the scorching heat? So is a word better than a gift.
17. Behold, is not a word better than a gift? And both are with a gracious man.
18. A fool will upbrade ungraciously; And the gift of an envious man consumes the eyes.
19. Learn before you speak; And have a care of your health or ever you be sick.
20. Before judgement examine yourself; And in the hour of visitation you shall find forgiveness.
21. Humble yourself before you be sick; And in the time of sins show repentance.
22. Let nothing hinder you to pay your vow in due time; And wait not until death to be justified.
23. Before you make a vow, prepare yourself; And be not as a man that tempts the Lord.