12. Pride comes before a disaster,but humility comes before respect.
13. Those who answer before they listenare foolish and disgraceful.
14. The human spirit sustains a sick person,but who can bear a broken spirit?
15. An understanding mind gains knowledge;the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
16. A gift opens the wayfor access to important people.
17. The first person to testify seems innocent,until the other comes and cross-examines him.
18. The dice settle conflictsand keep strong opponents apart.