15. He who is guarantor for a stranger suffers harm, But one who hates shaking hands in pledge is safe.
16. A woman showing favour obtains esteem, But ruthless men obtain riches.
17. A kind man is rewarding his being, But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
18. The wrong one earns false wages, But the one sowing righteousness, a true reward.
19. Thus righteousness leads to life, And one pursuing evil, to his own death.
20. The perverse of heart are an abomination to יהוה, But the perfect in the Way are His delight.