25. A thief is preferable to someonewho continuously lies,but both will inherit destruction.
26. The character of liars is dishonorable;their shame is continuouslywith them.
27. Wise people distinguish themselvesby their words,and prudent people will pleasethe powerful.
28. Those who work the soilwill pile up their harvest,and those who please the powerfulwill secure reconciliation for injuries.
29. Friendly relationships and giftswill blind the eyes of the wise;like a muzzle on a mouth,they turn away reproof.
30. Hidden wisdom and unseen treasure—of what benefit is either?