1
If they make you master of the feast, do not exalt yourself; be among them as one of them; take good care of them and then be seated;
2
when you have fulfilled your duties, take your place, that you may be merry on their account and receive a wreath for your excellent leadership.
3
Speak, you who are older, for it is fitting that you should, but with accurate knowledge, and do not interrupt the music.
4
Where there is entertainment, do not pour out talk; do not display your cleverness out of season.
5
A ruby seal in a setting of gold is a concert of music at a banquet of wine.
6
A seal of emerald in a rich setting of gold is the melody of music with good wine.
7
Speak, young man, if there is need of you, but no more than twice, and only if asked.
8
Speak concisely, say much in few words; be as one who knows and yet holds his tongue.