5. Will you catch only a fleeting glimpse of wealth before it is gone?It makes wings for itself like an eagle flying into the sky.
6. Do not eat the food of one who is stingy,and do not crave his delicacies.
7. As he calculates the cost to himself, this is what he does:He tells you, “Eat and drink,”but he doesn’t really mean it.
8. You will vomit the little bit you have eatenand spoil your pleasant conversation.
9. Do not talk directly to a fool,because he will despise the wisdom of your words.
10. Do not move an ancient boundary markeror enter fields that belong to orphans,
11. because the one who is responsible for them is strong.He will plead their case against you.
12. Live a more disciplined life,and listen carefully to words of knowledge.
13. Do not hesitate to discipline a child.If you spank him, he will not die.
14. Spank him yourself,and you will save his soul from hell.
15. My son,if you have a wise heart,my heart will rejoice as well.
16. My heart rejoices when you speak what is right.
17. Do not envy sinners in your heart.Instead, continue to fear the Lord.
18. There is indeed a future,and your hope will never be cut off.
19. My son,listen, be wise,and keep your mind going in the right direction.