The sayings of the wise continue.
When with the rich or rulers we should not become engrossed in the trappings of wealth or power, for these things are deceptive.
The next saying is also related to food and drink, this time advising us to be aware when people are just being polite but are really grudging.
There is no point trying to give wisdom to a fool, this is reminiscent of Jesus' words about not giving pearls to pigs.
It might seem that ancient boundary stones or the rights of the fatherless can be easily overlooked. This is not so, for God is watching.
Instead we should apply our hearts to instruction.
Discipline is important. Our society is very much against discipline, indeed it seems to have no concept of it. The outcome is that people are actually treated worse.
Wisdom is the quality we should value most in our children.
We should not be taken in by the apparent success of evil, it will not last.
Too much drink is dangerous, leading to poverty.
Righteousness and respect for parents is valuable.
We should beware of the adulterous woman, she may look tempting but will lead to death.
This chapter closes with a vivid warning against the dangers of drink.
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