3. Just as silver is tested by fire, and gold is tested in the furnace, so also does the Lord test hearts.
4. The evil obey an unjust tongue. And the false are submissive to lying lips.
5. Whoever despises the poor rebukes his Maker. And whoever rejoices in the ruin of another will not go unpunished.
6. Sons of sons are the crown of old age. And the glory of sons is their fathers.
7. Well-chosen words are not fitting for the foolish, nor are lying lips fitting for a leader.
8. The expectation of those who stand ready is a most pleasing jewel. Whichever way he turns himself, he understands prudently.
9. Whoever conceals an offense seeks friendships. Whoever repeats the words of another separates allies.
10. A correction benefits more with a wise man, than a hundred stripes with a fool.
11. The evil one continually seeks conflicts. But a cruel Angel shall be sent against him.