8 A bribe seems ⌊like⌋ a jewel to the one who gives it.Wherever he turns, he prospers.
9 Whoever forgives an offense seeks love,but whoever keeps bringing up the issue separates the closest of friends.
10 A reprimand impresses a person who has understandingmore than a hundred lashes impress a fool.
11 A rebel looks for nothing but evil.Therefore, a cruel messenger will be sent ⌊to punish⌋ him.
12 Better to meet a bear robbed of its cubsthan a fool ⌊carried away⌋ with his stupidity.
13 Whoever pays back evil for good—evil will never leave his home.
14 Starting a quarrel is ⌊like⌋ opening a floodgate,so stop before the argument gets out of control.