8. The righteous one is rescued from trouble;in his place, the wicked one goes in.
9. With his mouth the ungodly destroys his neighbor,but through knowledge the righteous are rescued.
10. When the righteous thrive, a city rejoices, and when the wicked die, there is joyful shouting.
11. A city is built up by the blessing of the upright, but it is torn down by the mouth of the wicked.
12. Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense,but a man with understanding keeps silent.
13. A gossip goes around revealing a secret,but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
14. Without guidance, people fall,but with many counselors there is deliverance.
15. If someone puts up security for a stranger,he will suffer for it, but the one who hates such agreements is protected.
16. A gracious woman gains honor,but violent men gain only riches.
17. A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings disaster on himself.