11. The lion lies in wait for its prey continually. So also do sins lie in wait for those who work iniquity.
12. A holy man persists in wisdom like the sun. But a senseless man changes like the moon.
13. In the midst of the senseless, retain a word for the proper time. But be continually in the midst those who are thoughtful.
14. The discussions of sinners are hateful, and their laughter is a delight in sin.
15. The speech that swears many oaths will cause the hair of the head to stand upright; and its irreverence will cause the ears to be blocked.
16. The shedding of blood is in the quarrels of the arrogant; and their evil talk is grievous to hear.
17. Whoever discloses the secret of a friend breaks faith; and he will not find a friend for his soul.
18. Love your neighbor, and be united with him faithfully.
19. But if you disclose his secrets, you should not continue to follow after him.