4522. Detract not from others, neither be excessive in commending.
4523. If two contend together, take not the part of either unconstrained, and be not obstinate in your own opinion; in things indifferent, be of the major side.
4524. Think before you speak; pronounce not imperfectly, nor bring out your words too hastily, but orderly and distinctly.
4525. When another speaks, be attentive yourself, and disturb not the audience. If any hesitate in his words, help him not, nor prompt him without being desired; interrupt him not, nor answer him till his speech be ended.
4526. Make no comparisons; and if any of the company be commended for any brave act of virtue, commend not another for the same.