Keep far from a person who has authority to kill, and you will not be apprehensive of death,
and if you are close, do not make a mistake, lest he take your soul.
Recognize that you are stepping on hot coals, and in a net you are walking.
With all your power, acquire friends, and consult with the wise.
With intelligent people should be your calculations, and all your secrets only between yourselves.
Let righteous men be your bread masters, and fear of the Lord your trappings.
With the handiwork of wisdom, will it be straight, and a leader in the midst of his people is wise. [Alternative: The work of craftsmen will be praised, and the leader of the people will be wise in his speech.]