8. But whoever possesses reason loves his own soul. And one who guards prudence shall discover good things.
9. A false witness shall not go unpunished. And whoever speaks lies will perish.
10. Fine things are not fitting for the foolish, nor is it fitting for a servant to rule over princes.
11. The doctrine of a man is known through patience. And his glory is to pass beyond iniquities.
12. Like the roaring of a lion, so also is the wrath of a king. And his cheerfulness is like the dew upon the grass.
13. A foolish son is the grief of his father. And an argumentative wife is like a roof that is continually leaking.
14. A house and its riches are given by parents. But a prudent wife is particularly from the Lord.
15. Laziness sends one into a deep sleep, and a dissolute soul will go hungry.
16. Whoever guards a commandment guards his own soul. But whoever neglects his own way will die.