21. Whoever despises his neighbor sins, but whoever is gracious to the needy is blessed.
22. Indeed those who plot evil go astray but grace and truth come to those who plan good.
23. In all hard work there is profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.
24. The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools is foolishness.
25. A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is treacherous.
26. In the fear of Adonai one has strong confidence. It will be a refuge for His children.
27. The fear of Adonai is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.