16 Is heat not refreshed by the dew? So also is a good word better than a gift.
17 Behold, is a word not greater than a gift? But both are with a justified man.
18 The foolish place blame sharply. And a gift from the undisciplined causes the eyes to fail.
19 Before you judge, put justice in order within yourself, and before you speak, learn.
20 Before you become sick, obtain medicine. And before you judge, examine yourself. And then you will find forgiveness in the sight of God.
21 Before you become weak, humble yourself; and in a time of infirmity, show your way of life.
22 Let nothing impede you from praying always. And then you will not dread to be justified, even unto death. For the reward of God dwells in eternity.