5. Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline;whoever learns from correction is wise.
6. There is treasure in the house of the godly,but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble.
7. The lips of the wise give good advice;the heart of a fool has none to give.
8. The lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked,but he delights in the prayers of the upright.
9. The lord detests the way of the wicked,but he loves those who pursue godliness.
10. Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined;whoever hates correction will die.
11. Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the lord.How much more does he know the human heart!
12. Mockers hate to be corrected,so they stay away from the wise.
13. A glad heart makes a happy face;a broken heart crushes the spirit.
14. A wise person is hungry for knowledge,while the fool feeds on trash.
15. For the despondent, every day brings trouble;for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.