14. People get good things for the words they say, and they are rewarded for the work they do.
15. Fools always think their own way is best, but wise people listen to what others tell them.
16. Fools are easily upset, but wise people avoid insulting others.
17. Good people speak the truth and can be trusted in court, but liars make bad witnesses.
18. Speak without thinking, and your words can cut like a knife. Be wise, and your words can heal.
19. Lies last only a moment, but the truth lasts forever.
20. People who work for evil make trouble, but those who plan for peace bring happiness.
21. The Lord will keep good people safe, but evil people will have many troubles.
22. The Lord hates people who tell lies, but he is pleased with those who tell the truth.
23. Smart people don’t tell everything they know, but fools tell everything and show they are fools.
24. Those who work hard will be put in charge of others, but lazy people will have to work like slaves.
25. Worry takes away your joy, but a kind word makes you happy.
26. Good people are careful about choosing their friends, but evil people always choose the wrong ones.
27. Lazy people don’t get what they want, but riches come to those who work hard.
28. Along the path of goodness there is life; that is the way to live forever.