6 Trustworthy are the blows of a friend,dangerous, the kisses of an enemy.
7 One who is full spurns honey;but to the hungry, any bitter thing is sweet.
8 Like a bird far from the nestso is anyone far from home.
9 Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart,but by grief the soul is torn asunder.
10 Do not give up your own friend and your father’s friend;do not resort to the house of your kindred when trouble strikes.Better a neighbor near than kin far away.
11 Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart,so that I can answer whoever taunts me.
12 The astute see an evil and hide;the naive continue on and pay the penalty.