12. Before destruction the heart of man is haughty; And before honor goeth humility.
13. He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
14. The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; But a broken spirit who can bear?
15. The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
16. A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.