6. By talking, a fool gets into an argument,and his mouth invites a beating.
7. A fool’s mouth is his ruin.His lips are a trap to his soul.
8. The words of a gossip are swallowed greedily,and they go down into a person’s innermost being.
9. Whoever is lazy in his work is related to a vandal.
10. The name of the Lord is a strong tower.A righteous person runs to it and is safe.
11. A rich person’s wealth is his strong cityand is like a high wall in his imagination.
12. Before destruction a person’s heart is arrogant,but humility comes before honor.
13. Whoever gives an answer before he listens is stupid and shameful.
14. A person’s spirit can endure sickness,but who can bear a broken spirit?
15. The mind of a person who has understanding acquires knowledge.The ears of wise people seek knowledge.
16. A gift opens doors for the one who gives itand brings him into the presence of great people.
17. The first to state his case seems right⌊until⌋ his neighbor comes to cross-examine him.
18. Flipping a coin ends quarrelsand settles ⌊issues⌋ between powerful people.
19. An offended brother is more ⌊resistant⌋ than a strong city,and disputes are like the locked gate of a castle tower.
20. A person’s speaking ability provides for his stomach.His talking provides him a living.
21. The tongue has the power of life and death,and those who love to talk will have to eat their own words.