14. He too prays to GodThat his diagnosis may be correctand his treatment bring about a cure.
15. Whoever is a sinner before his Makerwill be defiant toward the doctor.
16. My son, shed tears for one who is deadwith wailing and bitter lament;As is only proper, prepare the body,and do not absent yourself from the burial.
17. Weeping bitterly, mourning fully,pay your tribute of sorrow, as deserved:A day or two, to prevent gossip;then compose yourself after your grief.
18. For grief can bring on death,and heartache can sap one’s strength.
19. When a person is carried away, sorrow is over;and the life of the poor one is grievous to the heart.