17. The highway of the upright avoids evil. He who guards his way protects his life.
18. Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.
19. Better to be lowly in spirit with the afflicted than to share the spoil with the proud.
20. One prudent in a matter will find good Blessed is the one who trusts in Adonai.
21. The wise in heart is called discerning, and sweetness of lips increases persuasiveness.
22. Insight is a fountain of life to one who has it, but folly leads to the discipline of fools.
23. A wise man’s heart teaches his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
24. Pleasant words are honeycomb— sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
25. There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
26. A laborer’s appetite works on his behalf, for his hunger drives him on.
27. A wicked scoundrel digs up evil, and on his lips is a scorching fire.
28. A perverse person sows strife, and a gossip separates close friends.
29. A violent person lures his neighbor, leading him down a path that is no good.
30. One who winks his eyes schemes deceit, one who purses his lips is bent on evil.
31. Gray hair is a crown of glory, found on the path of righteousness.
32. Better to be slow to anger than a mighty warrior. One who controls his temper is better than one who conquers a city.
33. The lot is cast into the lap, but their very decision is from Adonai.