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.
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.