5. A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his own feet.
6. In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous man sings and rejoices.
7. The [consistently] righteous man knows and cares for the rights of the poor, but the wicked man has no interest in such knowledge. [Job 29:16; 31:13; Ps. 41:1.]
8. Scoffers set a city afire [inflaming the minds of the people], but wise men turn away wrath.
9. If a wise man has an argument with a foolish man, the fool only rages or laughs, and there is no rest.
10. The bloodthirsty hate the blameless man, but the upright care for and seek [to save] his life. [Gen. 4:5, 8; I John 3:12.]
11. A [self-confident] fool utters all his anger, but a wise man holds it back and stills it.
12. If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will become wicked.
13. The poor man and the oppressor meet together–the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
14. The king who faithfully judges the poor, his throne shall be established continuously.
15. The rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left undisciplined brings his mother to shame.
16. When the wicked are in authority, transgression increases, but the [uncompromisingly] righteous shall see the fall of the wicked.
17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest; yes, he will give delight to your heart.