10. A righteous person cares for the life of his animal,but even the most compassionate acts of the wicked are cruel.
11. The one who works his field will have plenty of food,but whoever chases daydreams lacks wisdom.
12. The wicked person desires a stronghold,but the righteous root endures.
13. The evil person is ensnared by the transgression of his speech,but the righteous person escapes out of trouble.
14. A person will be satisfied with good from the fruit of his words, and the work of his hands will be rendered to him.
15. The way of a fool is right in his own opinion,but the one who listens to advice is wise.
16. A fool’s annoyance is known at once,but the prudent overlooks an insult.
17. The faithful witness tells what is right,but a false witness speaks deceit.
18. Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword,but the words of the wise bring healing.
19. The one who tells the truth will endure forever,but the one who lies will last only for a moment.
20. Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil,but those who promote peace have joy.
21. The righteous do not encounter any harm,but the wicked are filled with calamity.
22. The Lord abhors a person who lies,but those who deal truthfully are his delight.