18. The simple have folly as an adornment,but the shrewd wear knowledge as a crown.
19. The malicious bow down before the good,and the wicked, at the gates of the just.
20. Even by their neighbors the poor are despised,but a rich person’s friends are many.
21. Whoever despises the hungry comes up short,but happy the one who is kind to the poor!
22. Do not those who plan evil go astray?But those who plan good win steadfast loyalty.
23. In all labor there is profit,but mere talk tends only to loss.
24. The crown of the wise is wealth;the diadem of fools is folly.
25. The truthful witness saves lives,but whoever utters lies is a betrayer.
26. The fear of the Lord is a strong defense,a refuge even for one’s children.
27. The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,turning one from the snares of death.
28. A multitude of subjects is the glory of the king;but if his people are few, a prince is ruined.
29. Long-suffering results in great wisdom;a short temper raises folly high.
30. A tranquil mind gives life to the body,but jealousy rots the bones.
31. Those who oppress the poor revile their Maker,but those who are kind to the needy honor him.