3 Silver and gold are testedby flames of fire;our thoughts are testedby the Lord.
4 Troublemakers listento troublemakers,and liars listen to liars.
5 By insulting the poor,you insult your Creator.You will be punishedif you make funof someone in trouble.
6 Grandparents are proudof their grandchildren,and children should be proudof their parents.
7 It sounds strange for a foolto talk sensibly,but it's even worsefor a ruler to tell lies.
8 A bribe works miracleslike a magic charmthat brings good luck.
9 You will keep your friendsif you forgive them,but you will lose your friendsif you keep talking aboutwhat they did wrong.