4. Those who refuse to obey the law promote evil. Those who obey the law oppose evil.
5. The wicked don’t understand justice, but those who love the Lord understand it completely.
6. It is better to be poor and honest than rich and evil.
7. A smart son obeys the laws, but a son who spends time with worthless people brings shame to his father.
8. If you get rich by charging high interest rates, your wealth will go to someone who is kind to the poor.
9. When people do not listen to God’s teachings, he does not listen to their prayers.
10. Those who plan to hurt good people will fall into their own traps, but good things will happen to those who are good.
11. The rich always think they are wise, but a poor person who is wise can see the truth.
12. When good people become leaders, everything is great, but when the wicked rise to power, everyone hides.
13. Whoever hides their sins will not be successful, but whoever confesses their sins and stops doing wrong will receive mercy.
14. People who respect others will be blessed, but stubborn people will have plenty of troubles.