16. The labor of the just leads to life,the gains of the wicked, to futility.
17. Whoever follows instruction is in the path to life,but whoever disregards reproof goes astray.
18. Whoever conceals hatred has lying lips,and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
19. Where words are many, sin is not wanting;but those who restrain their lips do well.
20. Choice silver is the tongue of the just;the heart of the wicked is of little worth.
21. The lips of the just nourish many,but fools die for want of sense.
22. It is the Lord’s blessing that brings wealth,and no effort can substitute for it.
23. Crime is the entertainment of the fool;but wisdom is for the person of understanding.
24. What the wicked fear will befall them,but the desire of the just will be granted.
25. When the tempest passes, the wicked are no more;but the just are established forever.
26. As vinegar to the teeth, and smoke to the eyes,are sluggards to those who send them.
27. Fear of the Lord prolongs life,but the years of the wicked are cut short.
28. The hope of the just brings joy,but the expectation of the wicked perishes.
29. The Lord is a stronghold to those who walk honestly,downfall for evildoers.
30. The just will never be disturbed,but the wicked will not abide in the land.
31. The mouth of the just yields wisdom,but the perverse tongue will be cut off.