5
Do not reproach a man who is turning away from sin; remember that we all deserve punishment.
6
Do not disdain a man when he is old, for some of us are growing old.
7
Do not rejoice over any one's death; remember that we all must die.
8
Do not slight the discourse of the sages, but busy yourself with their maxims; because from them you will gain instruction and learn how to serve great men.
9
Do not disregard the discourse of the aged, for they themselves learned from their fathers; because from them you will gain understanding and learn how to give an answer in time of need.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the 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.