12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honor is humility.
13He that answereth a matter before he heareth it , it is folly and shame to him.
14The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?
15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
16A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.