7. "When you correct someone who makes fun of others, you might be laughed at. When you warn a sinner, you might get hurt.
8. Don't warn those who make fun of others. They will hate you. Warn those who are wise. They will love you.
9. Teach a wise man. He will become even wiser. Teach a person who does right. He will learn even more.
10. "If you really want to become wise, you must begin by having respect for the Lord. To know the Holy One is to gain understanding.