24. A proud and arrogant one is also called ignorant, if he, in anger, acts according to pride.
25. Desires kill the lazy, for his hands are not willing to work at all.
26. He covets and desires all day long. But whoever is just shall distribute and shall not cease.
27. The sacrifices of the impious are abominable, because they are offered out of wickedness.
28. A lying witness will perish. An obedient man shall speak of victory.
29. The impious man insolently hardens his face. But whoever is upright corrects his own way.
30. There is no wisdom, there is no prudence, there is no counsel, which is against the Lord.
31. The horse is prepared for the day of battle. But the Lord bestows salvation.