1. Whoever remains stiff-necked after many rebukeswill suddenly be destroyed – without remedy.
2. When the righteous thrive, the people rejoice;when the wicked rule, the people groan.
3. A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4. By justice a king gives a country stability,but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.
5. Those who flatter their neighboursare spreading nets for their feet.