20. He who walks with wise men is wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.
21. Misfortune pursues sinners, but prosperity rewards the righteous.
22. A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.
23. The fallow field of the poor yields much food, but it is swept away by injustice.
24. He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent with discipline.