{10:1} A wise judge will judge his people, and the leadership of an understanding man will be steadfast.
{10:2} As the judge of the people is, so also are his assistants. And whatever kind of man the ruler of a city is, of such a kind also are those who live in it.
{10:3} A foolish king will be the ruin of his people. For cities will be inhabited through the understanding of those with power.
{10:4} Power over the earth is in the hand of God, and, in due time, he will raise up a helpful leader over the earth.
{10:5} The prosperity of a man is in the hand of God, and he will place his honor above the face of the scribe.
{10:6} You should forget all injury done to you by your neighbor, and you should do nothing among the works of injury.
{10:7} Arrogance is hateful in the sight of God and of men. And all iniquity among the nations is abominable.