Proverbs 17:2-9

²A wise servant will rule over a son who acts shamefully and will share the inheritance as one of the brothers.

³The crucible is for silver and the furnace is for gold, but Yahweh refines hearts.

⁴The evildoer pays attention to wicked lips; a liar gives ear to a destructive tongue.

⁵Whoever mocks the poor insults his Maker and the one who rejoices at misfortune will not go unpunished.

⁶Grandchildren are the crown of the aged and parents bring honor to their children.

⁷Eloquent speech is not suitable for a fool; much less are lying lips suitable for royalty.

⁸A bribe is like a magic stone to the one who gives it; wherever he turns, he succeeds.

⁹Whoever overlooks an offense seeks love, but the one who repeats a matter alienates close friends.