12. As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
13. As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him; for he refresheth the soul of his masters.
14. As clouds and wind without rain, so is he that boasteth himself of his gifts falsely.
15. By long forbearing is a ruler persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
16. Hast thou found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for thee; lest thou be filled therewith, and vomit it.
17. Let thy foot be seldom in thy neighbour's house; lest he be weary of thee, and hate thee.
18. A man that beareth false witness against his neighbour is a maul, and a sword, and a sharp arrow.
19. Confidence in an unfaithful man in time of trouble is like a broken tooth, and a foot out of joint.