3. The crucible for silver, and the furnace for gold,but the tester of hearts is the Lord.
4. The evildoer gives heed to wicked lips,the liar, to a mischievous tongue.
5. Whoever mocks the poor reviles their Maker;whoever rejoices in their misfortune will not go unpunished.
6. Children’s children are the crown of the elderly,and the glory of children is their parentage.
7. Fine words ill fit a fool;how much more lying lips, a noble!
8. A bribe seems a charm to its user;at every turn it brings success.
9. Whoever overlooks an offense fosters friendship,but whoever gossips about it separates friends.
10. A single reprimand does more for a discerning personthan a hundred lashes for a fool.
11. The wicked pursue only rebellion,and a merciless messenger is sent against them.
12. Face a bear robbed of her cubs,but never fools in their folly!
13. If you return evil for good,evil will not depart from your house.