5. refresh the downtrodden but give nothing to the proud.No arms for combat should you give them,lest they use these against you;Twofold evil you will obtain for every good deed you do for them.
6. For God also hates sinners,and takes vengeance on evildoers.
8. In prosperity we cannot know our friends;in adversity an enemy will not remain concealed.
9. When one is successful even an enemy is friendly;but in adversity even a friend disappears.
10. Never trust your enemies,for their wickedness is like corrosion in bronze.
11. Even though they act deferentially and peaceably toward you,take care to be on your guard against them.Treat them as those who reveal secrets,and be certain that in the end there will still be envy.
12. Do not let them stand near you,lest they push you aside and take your place.Do not let them sit at your right hand,or they will demand your seat,And in the end you will appreciate my advice,when you groan with regret, as I warned.