5. The fool spurns a father’s instruction,but whoever heeds reproof is prudent.
6. In the house of the just there are ample resources,but the harvest of the wicked is in peril.
7. The lips of the wise spread knowledge,but the heart of fools is not steadfast.
8. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9. The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,but he loves one who pursues justice.
10. Discipline seems bad to those going astray;one who hates reproof will die.
11. Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord;how much more the hearts of mortals!