6 When you stand before the king, don't try to impress him and pretend to be important.
7 It is better to be asked to take a higher position than to be told to give your place to someone more important.
8 Don't be too quick to go to court about something you have seen. If another witness later proves you wrong, what will you do then?
9 If you and your neighbour have a difference of opinion, settle it between yourselves and do not reveal any secrets.
10 Otherwise everyone will learn that you can't keep a secret, and you will never live down the shame.
11 An idea well expressed is like a design of gold, set in silver.
12 A warning given by an experienced person to someone willing to listen is more valuable than gold rings or jewellery made of the finest gold.