14 The human spirit can endure in times of illness,but a crushed spirit who can bear?
15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,for the ears of the wise seek it out.
16 A gift opens the wayand ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
18 Casting the lot settles disputesand keeps strong opponents apart.
19 A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city;disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.
20 From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled;with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.