5
Of three things my heart is afraid, and of a fourth I am frightened: The slander of a city, the gathering of a mob, and false accusation -- all these are worse than death.
6
There is grief of heart and sorrow when a wife is envious of a rival, and a tongue-lashing makes it known to all.
7
An evil wife is an ox yoke which chafes; taking hold of her is like grasping a scorpion.
8
There is great anger when a wife is drunken; she will not hide her shame.
9
A wife's harlotry shows in her lustful eyes, and she is known by her eyelids.
10
Keep strict watch over a headstrong daughter, lest, when she finds liberty, she use it to her hurt.
11
Be on guard against her impudent eye, and do not wonder if she sins against you.
12
As a thirsty wayfarer opens his mouth and drinks from any water near him, so will she sit in front of every post and open her quiver to the arrow.
13
A wife's charm delights her husband, and her skill puts fat on his bones.
14
A silent wife is a gift of the Lord, and there is nothing so precious as a disciplined soul.
15
A modest wife adds charm to charm, and no balance can weigh the value of a chaste soul.