8. The number of the days of men are as many as one hundred years. Like a drop of water in the ocean, so they are considered to be. And like a grain of sand on the shore, so do these few years compare to the days of all time.
9. For this reason, God is patient with them, and he pours forth his mercy upon them.
10. He has seen that the presumption of their heart is evil, and he knows that their rebelliousness is wicked.
11. Therefore, he has bestowed his forgiveness on them, and he has revealed to them the way of equity.
12. The compassion of man is toward those closest to him. But the mercy of God is upon all flesh.
13. He is merciful, and he teaches and corrects, like a shepherd with his flock.
14. He takes pity on those who accept the doctrine of compassion, and he applies his judgments promptly.
15. Son, in your good works, you should not complain, and in giving anything, you should not cause grief with evil words.
16. Is heat not refreshed by the dew? So also is a good word better than a gift.
17. Behold, is a word not greater than a gift? But both are with a justified man.
18. The foolish place blame sharply. And a gift from the undisciplined causes the eyes to fail.
19. Before you judge, put justice in order within yourself, and before you speak, learn.
20. Before you become sick, obtain medicine. And before you judge, examine yourself. And then you will find forgiveness in the sight of God.
21. Before you become weak, humble yourself; and in a time of infirmity, show your way of life.
22. Let nothing impede you from praying always. And then you will not dread to be justified, even unto death. For the reward of God dwells in eternity.