12. Hope that is put off makes one sick at heart. But a longing that is met is like a tree of life.
13. Anyone who hates what he is taught will pay for it later. But a person who respects a command will be rewarded.
14. The teaching of wise people is like a fountain that gives life. It turns those who listen to it away from the jaws of death.
15. Good understanding wins favor. But the way of liars doesn't last.
16. Wise people act in keeping with the knowledge they have. But foolish people show how foolish they are.
17. An evil messenger gets into trouble. But a messenger who is trusted brings healing.
18. Those who turn away from their training become poor and ashamed. But those who accept warnings are honored.
19. A longing that is met is like something that tastes sweet. But foolish people hate to turn away from evil.
20. Anyone who walks with wise people grows wise. But a companion of foolish people suffers harm.
21. Hard times chase those who are sinful. But success is the reward of those who do right.