Nuggets of Wisdom

14 Like clouds and wind without rain is a man who boasts of a gift he does not give.

13 Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a faithful messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters.

12 Like a gold ring or an ornament of gold is a wise reprover to a listening ear.

11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.

A quiet rebuke to a person of good sense does more than a whack on the head of a fool.

Troublemakers start fights; gossips break up friendships.

9 Argue your case with your neighbor himself, and do not reveal another's secret, 10 lest he who hears you bring shame upon you, and your ill repute have no end.

8 don't jump to conclusions—there may be a perfectly good explanation for what you just saw.