2 Strive not with a rich man, lest haply he overweigh you: For gold has destroyed many, And turned aside the hearts of kings.
3 Contend not with a man that is full of tongue, And heap not wood upon his fire.
4 Jest not with a rude man, Lest your ancestors be dishonored.
5 Reproach not a man when he turns from sin: Remember that we are all worthy of punishment.
6 Dishonour not a man in his old age; For some of us also are waxing old.
7 Rejoice not over one that is dead: Remember that we die all.
8 Neglect not the discourse of the wise, And be conversant with their proverbs; For of them you shall learn instruction, And how to minister to great men.