12. Kings cannot tolerate evil, because justice is what makes a government strong.
13. A king wants to hear the truth and will favour those who speak it.
14. A wise person will try to keep the king happy; if the king becomes angry, someone may die.
15. The king's favour is like the clouds that bring rain in the springtime — life is there.
16. It is better — much better — to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver.