9 When you are among the more influential, don’t presume authority;and where elders are present,don’t talk idly about many things.
10 Lightning comes before thunder,and good favor walksin front of a modest person.
11 Rise up to leave in time,and don’t be the last person out;go back to your own home,and don’t miss your workthe next day.
12 Enjoy yourself there,and do what you please,but don’t sin with arrogant words.
13 More than this,bless the one who made youand who lets you drink freelyfrom his good bounty.
14 Whoever fears the Lordwill accept instruction;those who rise earlywill find approval.
15 Whoever seeks the Lawwill be filled with it,but the hypocrite will stumble over it.