13. The one who has contempt for instruction will pay the penalty, but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.
14. A wise man’s instruction is a fountain of life, turning people away from the snares of death.
15. Good sense wins favor, but the way of the treacherous never changes.
16. Every sensible person acts knowledgeably,but a fool displays his stupidity.
17. A wicked messenger falls into trouble,but a trustworthy courier brings healing.
18. Poverty and disgrace come to thosewho ignore discipline,but the one who accepts correction will be honored.
19. Desire fulfilled is sweet to the taste,but to turn from evil is an abomination to fools.
20. The one who walks with the wise will become wise,but a companion of fools will suffer harm.
21. Disaster pursues sinners,but good rewards the righteous.
22. A good man leaves an inheritance to his grandchildren,but the sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.
23. The uncultivated field of the poor yields abundant food,but without justice, it is swept away.
24. The one who will not use the rod hates his son, but the one who loves him disciplines him diligently.
25. A righteous man eats until he is satisfied,but the stomach of the wicked is empty.