2 A servant who acts wisely will rule over an heir who behaves shamefully,and will share the inheritance along with the relatives.
3 The crucible is for refining silver and the furnace is for gold,likewise the Lord tests hearts.
4 One who acts wickedly pays attention to evil counsel;a liar listens to a malicious tongue.
5 The one who mocks the poor insults his Creator;whoever rejoices over disaster will not go unpunished.
6 Grandchildren are like a crown to the elderly,and the glory of children is their parents.
7 Excessive speech is not becoming for a fool;how much less are lies for a ruler!
8 A bribe works like a charm for the one who offers it;in whatever he does he succeeds.