14. Do not babble in the assembly of the eldersor repeat the words of your prayer.
15. Do not hate hard work;work was assigned by God.
16. Do not esteem yourself more than your compatriots;remember, his wrath will not delay.
17. More and more, humble your pride;what awaits mortals is worms.
18. Do not barter a friend for money,or a true brother for the gold of Ophir.
19. Do not reject a sensible wife;a gracious wife is more precious than pearls.
20. Do not mistreat a servant who works faithfully,or laborers who devote themselves to their task.
21. Love wise servants as yourself;do not refuse them freedom.
22. Do you have livestock? Look after them;if they are dependable, keep them.
23. Do you have sons? Correct themand cure their stubbornness in their early youth.