12 Bow down his neck in his youth, and slap his sides while he is a child, lest perhaps he may become stubborn, and then he will not trust you, and so he will bring sorrow to your soul.
13 Instruct your son, and work with him, lest you give offense by his shameful behavior.
14 Better is a healthy pauper with a strong constitution, than a wealthy man who is weak and afflicted by maladies.
15 A healthy soul with the sanctity of justice is better than all the gold and silver. And a sound body is better than immense revenues.
16 There is no revenue above the revenue of a healthy body. And there is no delight above a joyful heart.
17 Death is better than a bitter life. And eternal rest is better than continual sickness.
18 Good things hidden in a closed mouth are like seats at a feast placed around a grave.