It is better for a person to meet a mother bear being robbed of her cubs, than to encounter a fool in his folly.

Do not say, “I will pay back evil!” Wait for the Lord, so that he may vindicate you.

Do not move an ancient boundary stone which was put in place by your ancestors.

Do not speak in the ears of a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.

Do not spend time among drunkards, among those who eat too much meat,

Acquire truth and do not sell it – wisdom, and discipline, and understanding.

Do not be a witness against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your words.

When you argue a case with your neighbor, do not reveal the secret of another person,

Let another praise you, and not your own mouth; someone else, and not your own lips.

Do not add to his words, lest he reprove you, and prove you to be a liar.

Two things I ask from you; do not refuse me before I die:

Do not slander a servant to his master, lest he curse you, and you are found guilty.

Do not give your strength to women, nor your ways to that which ruins kings.

Do not let truth and mercy leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding.

Do not be wise in your own estimation; fear the Lord and turn away from evil.

Do not say to your neighbor, “Go! Return tomorrow and I will give it,” when you have it with you at the time.

Do not plot evil against your neighbor when he dwells by you unsuspectingly.

Do not accuse anyone without legitimate cause, if he has not treated you wrongly.

Discipline your child, for there is hope, but do not set your heart on causing his death.