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?