Generosity, kind words, beneficial help,
& consistency in the face of events,
    in line with what's appropriate
    in each case, each case.
These bonds of fellowship [function] in the world
    like the linchpin in a moving cart.

Now, if these bonds of fellowship were lacking,
a mother would not receive
    the honor & respect owed by her child,
nor would a father receive
    what his child owes him.
But because the wise show regard
for these bonds of fellowship,
    they achieve greatness
    and are praised.