2. A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,but only in expressing his opinion.
3. When wickedness comes, contempt comes also,and with dishonor comes disgrace.
4. The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters;the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.
5. It is not good to be partial to the wickedor to deprive the righteous of justice.
6. A fool’s lips walk into a fight,and his mouth invites a beating.
7. A fool’s mouth is his ruin,and his lips are a snare to his soul.
8. The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels;they go down into the inner parts of the body.
9. Whoever is slack in his workis a brother to him who destroys.
10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower;the righteous man runs into it and is safe.
11. A rich man’s wealth is his strong city,and like a high wall in his imagination.
12. Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty,but humility comes before honor.
13. If one gives an answer before he hears,it is his folly and shame.
14. A man’s spirit will endure sickness,but a crushed spirit who can bear?
15. An intelligent heart acquires knowledge,and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
16. A man’s gift makes room for himand brings him before the great.
17. The one who states his case first seems right,until the other comes and examines him.
18. The lot puts an end to quarrelsand decides between powerful contenders.