1. He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be broken, and that without remedy.
2. When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice: but when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
3. Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.
4. The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.