2. When justice rules a nation,everyone is glad;when injustice rules,everyone groans.
3. If you love wisdomyour parents will be glad,but chasing after bad womenwill cost you everything.
4. An honest rulermakes the nation strong;a ruler who takes bribeswill bring it to ruin.
5. Flattery is nothing lessthan setting a trap.
6. Your sins will catch you,but everyone who lives rightwill sing and celebrate.
7. The wicked don't careabout the rights of the poor,but good people do.
8. Sneering at others is a sparkthat sets a city on fire;using good sense can put outthe flames of anger.
9. Be wise and don't sue a fool.You won't get satisfaction,because all the fool will dois sneer and shout.
10. A murderer hates everyonewho is honestand lives right.
11. Don't be a fooland quickly lose your temper—be sensible and patient.
12. A ruler who listens to lieswill have corrupt officials.
13. The poor and all who abuse themmust each depend on Godfor light.