3. Even as fools walk along the road, they lack sense and show everyone how stupid they are.
4. If a ruler’s anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great offenses to rest.
5. There is an evil I have seen under the sun, the sort of error that arises from a ruler:
6. Fools are put in many high positions, while the rich occupy the low ones.
7. I have seen slaves on horseback, while princes go on foot like slaves.