16. When a stubborn fool is irritated, he shows it immediately,but a sensible person hides the insult.
17. A truthful witness speaks honestly,but a lying witness speaks deceitfully.
18. Careless words stab like a sword,but the words of wise people bring healing.
19. The word of truth lasts forever,but lies last only a moment.
20. Deceit is in the heart of those who plan evil,but joy belongs to those who advise peace.
21. No ⌊lasting⌋ harm comes to a righteous person,but wicked people have lots of trouble.
22. Lips that lie are disgusting to the Lord,but honest people are his delight.
23. A sensible person ⌊discreetly⌋ hides knowledge,but foolish minds preach stupidity.
24. Hard-working hands gain control,but lazy hands do slave labor.
25. A person’s anxiety will weigh him down,but an encouraging word makes him joyful.
26. A righteous person looks out for his neighbor,but the path of wicked people leads others astray.
27. A lazy hunter does not catch his prey,but a hard-working person becomes wealthy.
28. Everlasting life is on the way of righteousness.Eternal death is not along its path.