4 How good it is, when you are corrected, to show contrition! For in this way, you will escape deliberate sin.
5 There is one who, by remaining silent, is found to be wise. And there is another who is hateful and who provokes by speaking out.
6 There is one who, not having the understanding to speak, remains silent. And there is another who remains silent, knowing the proper time.
7 A wise man will remain silent until the proper time. But an unrestrained and imprudent person will not heed the times.
8 Whoever uses many words will wound his own soul. And whoever unjustly takes authority upon himself will be hated.
9 There is advancement in evil for an undisciplined man, and there is a plan which turns to his detriment.
10 There is a gift which is not helpful, and there is a gift, the repayment for which is double.