8. A man is praised for how wise he is. But people hate those who have twisted minds.
9. Being nobody and having a servant is better than pretending to be somebody and having no food.
10. Those who do what is right take good care of their animals. But the kindest acts of those who do wrong are mean.
11. Anyone who farms his land will have plenty of food. But a person who chases dreams has no sense.
12. Those who do what is wrong want to steal from others. But those who do what is right bear good fruit because of their deep roots.
13. A sinner is trapped by his sinful talk. But a godly person escapes trouble.
14. Many good things come from what a man says. And the work of his hands rewards him.
15. The way of a foolish person seems right to him. But a wise person listens to advice.
16. Foolish people are easily upset. But wise people pay no attention to hurtful words.
17. An honest witness tells the truth. But a dishonest witness tells lies.
18. Thoughtless words cut like a sword. But the tongue of wise people brings healing.