17. Bounty is as a garden of blessings, And almsgiving endures for ever.
18. The life of one that labores, and is contented, shall be made sweet; And he that finds a treasure is above both.
19. Children and the building of a city establish a man’s name; And a blameless wife is counted above both.
20. Wine and music rejoice the heart; And the love of wisdom is above both.
21. The pipe and the lute make pleasant melody; And a pleasant tongue is above both.
22. Your eye shall desire grace and beauty; And above both the green blade of corn.
23. A friend and a companion never meet amiss; And a wife with her husband is above both.