5. It is not good to honor the wicked.Nor is it good to be unfair to the innocent.
6. A fool’s words start quarrels.They make people want to give him a beating.
7. A fool’s words will ruin him.He will be trapped by his own words.
8. The words of a gossip are like tasty bits of food.People take them all in.
9. A person who doesn’t work hardis just like a person who destroys things.
10. The Lord is like a strong tower.Those who do what is right can run to him for safety.
11. Rich people trust their wealth to protect them.They think it is like the high walls of a city.
12. People who are proud will be ruined.But those who are not proud will be honored.
13. A person who answers without listeningis foolish and disgraceful.
14. The will to live can get you through sickness.But no one can live with a broken spirit.
15. The mind of a smart person is ready to get knowledge.The wise person listens to learn more.
16. Taking a gift to an important personwill help get you in to see him.