8As when a bird flies down from its own nest, so a man is brought into bondage whenever he estranges himself from his own place.
9The heart delights in ointments and wines and perfumes: but the soul is broken by calamities.
10Thine own friend, and thy father's friend, forsake not; and when thou art in distress go not into thy brother's house: better is a friend that is near than a brother living far off.
11Son, be wise, that thy heart may rejoice; and remove thou from thyself reproachful words.