14. As much as you can,investigate your neighborand consult with wise people.
15. Converse with intelligent people,and talk constantly about the Lawof the Most High.
16. Let righteous peoplebe your dinner companions,and let your pridebe in the fear of the Lord.
17. A handicraft is praisedbecause of the craftsperson’s skill,and the one who leads a peopleis wise in speech.
18. Talkative people are feared in their city,and people who are reckless in speechwill be hated.