13. The lazy person says, “There’s a lion outside!I might get killed out in the street!”
14. The words of an unfaithful wife are like a deep trap.Those who make the Lord angry will get caught by them.
15. Every child is full of foolishness.But punishment can get rid of it.
16. The one who gets rich by being cruel to the poor will become poor.And so will the one who gives presents to the wealthy.
17. Pay attention and listen to what wise people say.Remember what I am teaching you.
18. It will be good to keep these things in mind.Be prepared to repeat them.
19. I am teaching them to you nowso that you will put your trust in the Lord.