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Have they made you ruler of a feast?
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And when you have done all your duties, take your place,
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Speak, you who are older, for it’s your right, but with sound knowledge;
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Don’t pour out talk where there is a performance of music.
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As a ruby signet in a setting of gold,
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As an emerald signet in a work of gold,
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Speak, young man, if you are obliged to,
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Sum up your speech, many things in few words.
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When amongst great men, don’t behave as their equal.
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Lightning speeds before thunder.
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Rise up in good time, and don’t be last.
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Amuse yourself there and do what is in your heart.
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For these things bless your Maker,
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He who fears the Lord will receive discipline.
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He who seeks the law shall be filled with it,
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Those who fear the Lord will find true judgement,
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A sinful man shuns reproof,
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A sensible person won’t neglect a thought.
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Do nothing without counsel,
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Don’t go in a way of conflict.
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Don’t be overconfident on a smooth road.
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Beware of your own children.
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In every work guard your own soul,
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He who believes the law gives heed to the commandment.