8. Better a little with righteousness than much income without justice.
9. The heart of man plans his course, but Adonai directs his steps.
10. An oracle is on the lips of the king— let his mouth never be treacherous in judgment.
11. Honest balances and scales are Adonai’s. All the weights in a bag are His handiwork.
12. Wrongdoing is an abomination to kings, for a throne is established by righteousness.
13. Righteous lips are the delight of kings. He loves those who speak honestly.
14. A king’s fury is like messengers of death, but a wise man will appease it.
15. In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor like a cloud of spring rain.