9. The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,but he loves him who pursues righteousness.
10. There is severe discipline for him who forsakes the way; whoever hates reproof will die.
11. Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord;how much more the hearts of the children of man!
12. A scoffer does not like to be reproved;he will not go to the wise.
13. A glad heart makes a cheerful face,but by sorrow of heart the spirit is crushed.
14. The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge,but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
15. All the days of the afflicted are evil,but the cheerful of heart has a continual feast.
16. Better is a little with the fear of the Lordthan great treasure and trouble with it.
17. Better is a dinner of herbs where love isthan a fattened ox and hatred with it.