3 A refining pot is for silver and a furnace for gold, But יהוה tries the hearts.
4 An evil-doer gives heed to wicked lips; A liar gives ear to a tongue of desire.
5 He who mocks the poor reproaches his Maker; He who rejoices at calamity does not go unpunished.
6 Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the adornment of children is their fathers.
7 Excellent speech is not fitting for a fool, Much less lying lips for a noble.
8 A bribe is a stone of favour in the eyes of its owner; Wherever he turns, he prospers.
9 He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends.