To show respect to the wicked person is not good,
Nor to push aside and deprive the righteous of justice.

Do you see a man skillful and experienced in his work?
He will stand [in honor] before kings;
He will not stand before obscure men.

Like a dog that returns to his vomit
Is a fool who repeats his foolishness.

Do you see a man [who is unteachable and] wise in his own eyes and full of self-conceit?
There is more hope for a fool than for him.

As iron sharpens iron,
So one man sharpens [and influences] another [through discussion].

Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]?
There is more hope for a [thickheaded] fool than for him.