24. To be a thief’s partner is to hate oneself;he hears the curse but will not testify.
25. The fear of man is a snare, but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected.
26. Many seek a ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the Lord.
27. An unjust man is detestable to the righteous,and one whose way is uprightis detestable to the wicked.