17. Whoever practices discipline is on the way to life,but whoever ignores a warning strays.
18. Whoever conceals hatred has lying lips.Whoever spreads slander is a fool.
19. Sin is unavoidable when there is much talk,but whoever seals his lips is wise.
20. The tongue of a righteous person is pure silver.The hearts of wicked people are worthless.
21. The lips of a righteous person feed many,but stubborn fools die because they have no sense.
22. It is the Lord’s blessing that makes a person rich,and hard work adds nothing to it.
23. Like the laughter of a fool when he carries out an evil plan,so is wisdom to a person who has understanding.
24. That which wicked people dread happens to them,but ⌊the Lord⌋ grants the desire of righteous people.