8. The sacrifices of the impious are abominable to the Lord. The vows of the just are appeasing.
9. The way of the impious is an abomination to the Lord. Whoever pursues justice is loved by him.
10. Doctrine is evil to those who abandon the way of life. Whoever hates correction shall die.
11. Hell and perdition are in the sight of the Lord. How much more the hearts of the sons of men!
12. He who corrupts himself does not love the one who afflicts him, nor will he step toward the wise.
13. A rejoicing heart gladdens the face. But by the grief of the soul, the spirit is cast down.
14. The heart of the wise seeks doctrine. And the mouth of the foolish feeds on ignorance.
15. All the days of the poor are evil. A secure mind is like a continual feast.
16. Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, than great treasures and dissatisfaction.
17. It is better to be called to vegetables with charity, than to a fatted calf with hatred.
18. A short-tempered man provokes conflicts. Whoever is patient tempers those who are stirred up.
19. The way of the slothful is like a hedge of thorns. The way of the just is without offense.
20. A wise son gladdens the father. But the foolish man despises his mother.
21. Folly is gladness to the foolish. And the prudent man sets his own steps in order.