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.
6. Evildoers are snared by their own sin,but the righteous shout for joy and are glad.