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.
19 What benefit is there in an offering to an idol? For it can neither eat, nor smell.