12. There is a way which seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death.
13. Even in laughter the heart is in pain, And the end of that joy is heaviness.
14. The backslider in heart is satisfied with his own ways, But a good man is satisfied from his.
15. The simple believes every word, But the clever one watches his step.
16. The wise fears and turns away from evil, But a fool rushes on and is reckless.
17. He who is impatient acts foolishly, And a man who plans wickedness is hated.
18. The simple shall inherit folly, But the clever are crowned with knowledge.
19. The evil ones shall bow before the good, And the wrong ones at the gates of the righteous.
20. The poor is hated even by his own neighbour, But the rich has many friends.
21. He who despises his neighbour sins; But he who shows favour to the poor, O blessed is he.