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.