^33 [a]The fear of the Lord is the instruction for wisdom,
And before honor comes humility.

¹³ Righteous lips are the delight of kings,
And one who speaks right is loved.

²⁸ Even a fool, when he ^(A)keeps silent, is considered wise;
When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.

^12 (A)Before destruction the heart of a person is haughty,
But ^(B)humility goes before honor.

¹¹ It is by his deeds that a boy ^[a](A)distinguishes himself,
If his conduct is pure and right.