27. Being greedy causes troublefor your family,but you protect yourselfby refusing bribes.
28. Good people thinkbefore they answer,but the wicked speak evilwithout ever thinking.
29. The Lord never even hearsthe prayers of the wicked,but he answers the prayersof all who obey him.
30. A friendly smilemakes you happy,and good newsmakes you feel strong.
31. Healthy correction is good,and if you accept it,you will be wise.
32. You hurt only yourselfby rejecting instruction,but it makes good senseto accept it.
33. Showing respect to the Lordwill make you wise,and being humblewill bring honour to you.