10. Whoever deceives the just in a malicious way will fall into his own perdition. And the simple shall possess his goods.
11. The rich one seems wise to himself. But the poor one, being prudent, shall evaluate him.
12. In the exultation of the just, there is great glory. When the impious reign, men are brought to ruin.
13. Whoever hides his crimes will not be guided. But whoever will have confessed and abandoned them shall overtake mercy.
14. Blessed is the man who is ever fearful. Yet truly, whoever is hardened in mind will fall into evil.
15. An impious leader over a poor people is like a roaring lion and a hungry bear.
16. A leader destitute of prudence will oppress many through false accusations. But whoever hates avarice shall prolong his days.
17. A man who slanders the blood of a life, even if he flees to the pit, no one will tolerate him.
18. Whoever walks simply shall be saved. Whoever is perverse in his steps will fall all at once.
19. Whoever works his land shall be satisfied with bread. But whoever pursues leisure will be filled with need.