6. Doing what is right brings freedom to honest people.But those who are not trustworthy will be caught by their own desires.
7. When a wicked person dies, his hope is gone.The hopes he placed in his riches will come to nothing.
8. The good man is saved from trouble.It comes to the wicked instead.
9. By his words an evil person can destroy his neighbor.But a good person will escape by being smart.
10. When good people succeed, the city is happy.When evil people die, there are shouts of joy.
11. The influence of good people makes a city great.But the wicked can destroy it with their words.
12. A person without good sense finds fault with his neighbor.But a person with understanding keeps quiet.
13. A person who gossips can’t keep secrets.But a trustworthy person can keep a secret.
14. Without leadership a nation will be defeated.But when many people give advice, it will be safe.
15. Whoever guarantees to pay what somebody else owes will suffer.It is safer to avoid such promises.
16. A kind woman is respected.But cruel men get wealth.