23. There is a wickedness, and the same is abomination; And there is a fool lacking in wisdom.
24. Better is one that has small understanding, and fears, Than one that has much prudence, and transgresses the law.
25. There is an exquisite subtilty, and the same is unjust; And there is one that perverteth favor to gain a judgement.
26. There is one that does wickedly, that hangs down his head with mourning; But inwardly he is full of deceit,
27. Bowing down his face, and making as if he were deaf of one ear: Where he is not known, he will be beforehand with you.
28. And if for lack of power he be hindered from sinning, If he find opportunity, he will do mischief.