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don't bring too quickly to court. What will you do in the end if your neighbor puts you to shame?
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If you talk about a matter with your neighbor, don't tell others what was said.
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If you do, someone might hear it and put you to shame. Then no one will ever respect you again.
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The right word at the right time is like golden apples in silver jewelry.
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A wise person's warning to a listening ear is like a gold earring or jewelry made of fine gold.
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A messenger trusted by those who send him is like cool snow at harvest time. He renews the spirit of his masters.
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A man who brags about gifts he doesn't give is like wind and clouds that don't produce rain.
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If you are patient, you can win an official over to your side. And gentle words can break a bone.
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If you find honey, eat just enough. If you eat too much of it, you will throw up.
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Don't go to your neighbor's home very often. If he sees too much of you, he will hate you.
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A man who gives false witness against his neighbor is like a club, a sword or a sharp arrow.