7
Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler.
8
A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of those who give it; wherever they turn they prosper.
9
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.
10
A rebuke strikes deeper into a discerning person than a hundred blows into a fool.
11
Evil people seek only rebellion, but a cruel messenger will be sent against them.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.