4. The neglectful hand has wrought destitution. But the hand of the steadfast prepares riches. He who advances by lies, this one feeds on the wind. For he is the same as one who runs after flying birds.
5. He who gathers the harvest is a wise son. But he who snores in warm weather is a son of confusion.
6. The blessing of the Lord is on the head of the just. But iniquity covers the mouth of the impious.
7. The remembrance of the just is with praises. And the name of the impious shall decay.
8. The wise of heart accept precepts. The foolish are cut down by the lips.
9. He who walks in simplicity walks in confidence. But he who corrupts his ways shall be discovered.
10. He who winks with the eye gives sorrow. And the foolish in lips shall be beaten.
11. The mouth of the just is a vein of life. And the mouth of the impious covers iniquity.
12. Hatred rises up from disputes. And charity covers all offenses.
13. In the lips of the wise, wisdom is discovered. And a rod is for the back of one who lacks heart.
14. The wise store away knowledge. But the mouth of the foolish is a neighbor to confusion.
15. The substance of the rich is the city of his strength. The fear of the poor is their destitution.
16. The work of the just is unto life. But the fruit of the impious is unto sin.
17. The way of life is for those who observe discipline. But whoever abandons correction wanders astray.
18. Lying lips conceal hatred; whoever brings forth contempt is unwise.
19. In a multitude of speaking, sin will not be lacking. But whoever tempers his lips is most prudent.