5. Remove the wicked from the presence of the king,and his throne is made firm through justice.
6. Claim no honor in the king’s presence,nor occupy the place of superiors;
7. For it is better to be told, “Come up closer!”than to be humbled before the prince.
8. What your eyes have seendo not bring forth too quickly against an opponent;For what will you do later onwhen your neighbor puts you to shame?
9. Argue your own case with your neighbor,but the secrets of others do not disclose;
10. Lest, hearing it, they reproach you,and your ill repute never ceases.
11. Golden apples in silver settingsare words spoken at the proper time.
12. A golden earring or a necklace of fine gold—one who gives wise reproof to a listening ear.
13. Like the coolness of snow in the heat of the harvestare faithful messengers for those who send them,lifting the spirits of their masters.
14. Clouds and wind but no rain—the one who boasts of a gift not given.
15. By patience is a ruler persuaded,and a soft tongue can break a bone.
16. If you find honey, eat only what you need,lest you have your fill and vomit it up.