11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in baskets of silver.
12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.
13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him; for he refresheth the soul of his masters.
14 As clouds and wind without rain, so is he that boasteth himself of his gifts falsely.
15 By long forbearing is a ruler persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
16 Hast thou found honey? eat so much as is sufficient for thee; lest thou be filled therewith, and vomit it.
17 Let thy foot be seldom in thy neighbour's house; lest he be weary of thee, and hate thee.