1. Be not envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.
2. For their heart studies destruction, and their lips talk of mischief.
3. Through wisdom is a house built; and by understanding it is established:
4. And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches.
5. A wise man is strong; yea, a man of knowledge increases strength.
6. For by wise counsel you shall wage your war: and in a multitude of counselors there is safety.
7. Wisdom is too lofty for a fool: he opens not his mouth in the gate.
8. He that plans to do evil shall be called a mischievous person.