20. Deceit is in the heart of them that think evil things: but joy followeth them that take counsels of peace.
21. Whatsoever shall befall the just man, it shall not make him sad: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
22. Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord: but they that deal faithfully please him.
23. A cautious man concealeth knowledge: and the heart of fools publisheth folly.
24. The hand of the valiant shall bear rule: but that which is slothful, shall be under tribute.
25. Grief in the heart of a man shall bring him low, but with a good word he shall be made glad.
26. He that neglecteth a loss for the sake of a friend, is just: but the way of the wicked shall deceive them.
27. The deceitful man shall not find gain: but the substance of a just man shall be precious gold.
28. In the path of justice is life: but the by-way leadeth to death.