18. A knowledgeable man will praise any wise word he hears, and he will apply it to himself. The self-indulgent man has heard it, and it displeases him, and so he casts it behind his back.
19. The talk of the foolish is like a burden on a journey. But in the lips of the understanding, grace will be found.
20. The mouth of the prudent is sought in the Church, and they will consider his words in their hearts.