15. A person who covers up his foolishness is better than one who keeps his wisdom to himself.
16. My children, listen and I will teach you the circumstances when it is proper to be ashamed. Sometimes it is entirely out of place.
17. Before your parents, be ashamed of immoral behaviour.Before a ruler or an important person, be ashamed of a lie.
18. Before a judge, be ashamed of criminal behaviour.Before a public assembly, be ashamed of breaking the law.Before a friend or partner, be ashamed of dishonesty.
19. Before your neighbours, be ashamed of theft.Be ashamed of breaking a promise,of leaning on the dinner table with your elbows,of stinginess when you are asked for something,