8. The righteous are saved from distress,and the wicked take their place.
9. The godless destroy their neighbors by their words,but the righteous are saved by their knowledge.
10. When the righteous succeed, a city rejoices;when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
11. A city is honored by the blessing of the virtuous;it is destroyed by the words of the wicked.
12. Whoever despises their neighbor lacks sense;a sensible person keeps quiet.
13. A slanderer walks around revealing secrets,but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
14. Without guidance, a people will fall,but there is victory with many counselors.
15. Guaranteeing the debt of a stranger brings big trouble,but the one who refuses to shake hands will be secure.
16. A gracious woman gains honor;violent men gain only wealth.
17. Kind persons benefit themselves,but cruel people harm themselves.
18. The wicked earn false wages,but those who sow righteousness receive a true reward.