18. Life will be sweet for the self-reliantand the hardworking,but better than bothis the person who finds a treasure.
19. Children and building a cityestablish one’s name,but better than bothis a wife who is considered blameless.
20. Wine and music make the heart glad,but better than bothis the love of wisdom.
21. A flute and a harp make sweet melodies,but better than both is a pleasant voice.
22. The eye will desire grace and beauty,but better than bothare the first shoots of a crop.
23. A friend and a companion encountereach other at an opportune moment,but better than bothis a woman with her husband.
24. Relatives and helpin a time of distress are good,but acts of charitywill rescue one better than both.
25. Gold and silver make one stand firm,but more highly esteemed than bothis good advice.