11. Do not ridicule the embittered;Remember: there is One who exalts and humbles.
12. Do not plot mischief against your relativeor against your friend and companion.
13. Refuse to tell lie after lie,for it never results in good.
14. Do not babble in the assembly of the eldersor repeat the words of your prayer.
15. Do not hate hard work;work was assigned by God.
16. Do not esteem yourself more than your compatriots;remember, his wrath will not delay.
17. More and more, humble your pride;what awaits mortals is worms.
18. Do not barter a friend for money,or a true brother for the gold of Ophir.
19. Do not reject a sensible wife;a gracious wife is more precious than pearls.
20. Do not mistreat a servant who works faithfully,or laborers who devote themselves to their task.
21. Love wise servants as yourself;do not refuse them freedom.
22. Do you have livestock? Look after them;if they are dependable, keep them.