28. The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, But the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
29. The Lord is far from the wicked, But He hears the prayer of the righteous.
30. Bright eyes gladden the heart; Good news puts fat on the bones.
31. He whose ear listens to the life-giving reproof Will dwell among the wise.
32. He who neglects discipline despises himself, But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding.
33. The fear of the Lord is the instruction for wisdom, And before honor comes humility.