11. An evil man seeks only rebellion, and so a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
12. Better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than to deal with a fool in his folly.
13. Whoever rewards evil for good— evil will never leave his house.
14. The beginning of strife is like letting out water— so stop a quarrel before it breaks out.
15. Acquitting the wicked and condemning the righteous: both are an abomination to Adonai.
16. Of what use is money in the hand of a fool since he has no intention of acquiring wisdom?