1 One dead fly makes the perfumer’s ointment give off a rancid stench,so a little folly can outweigh much wisdom.
2 A wise person’s good sense protects him,but a fool’s lack of sense leaves him vulnerable.
3 Even when a fool walks along the road he lacks sense,and shows everyone what a fool he is.
4 If the anger of the ruler flares up against you, do not resign from your position,for a calm response can undo great offenses.
5 I have seen another misfortune on the earth:It is an error a ruler makes.
6 Fools are placed in many positions of authority,while wealthy men sit in lowly positions.