12 Haughtiness goes before destruction;humility precedes honor.
13 Spouting off before listening to the factsis both shameful and foolish.
14 The human spirit can endure a sick body,but who can bear a crushed spirit?
15 Intelligent people are always ready to learn.Their ears are open for knowledge.
16 Giving a gift can open doors;it gives access to important people!
17 The first to speak in court sounds right—until the cross-examination begins.
18 Flipping a coin can end arguments;it settles disputes between powerful opponents.