10. lest he who hears you bring shame upon you,and your ill repute have no end.
11. A word fitly spokenis like apples of gold in a setting of silver.
12. Like a gold ring or an ornament of goldis a wise reprover to a listening ear.
13. Like the cold of snow in the time of harvestis a faithful messenger to those who send him;he refreshes the soul of his masters.
14. Like clouds and wind without rainis a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.
15. With patience a ruler may be persuaded,and a soft tongue will break a bone.
16. If you have found honey, eat only enough for you,lest you have your fill of it and vomit it.