Can I not do with you, O house of Israel, just as this potter has done? says the LORD. Just like the clay in the potter’s hand, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel.

The vessel he was making of clay was spoiled in the potter’s hand, and he reworked it into another vessel, as seemed good to him.

For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every secret thing, whether good or evil.

The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God, and keep his commandments, for that is the whole duty of everyone.

Remember your creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years draw near when you will say, “I have no pleasure in them”; all is gone.

If the anger of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post, for calmness will undo great offenses.

Wisdom is better than weapons of war, but one bungler destroys much good.

The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded than the shouting of a ruler among fools.