9. With his mouth the godless man destroys his neighbour,but the righteous will be delivered through knowledge.
10. When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices.When the wicked perish, there is shouting.
11. By the blessing of the upright, the city is exalted,but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12. One who despises his neighbour is void of wisdom,but a man of understanding holds his peace.
13. One who brings gossip betrays a confidence,but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
14. Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls,but in the multitude of counsellors there is victory.
15. He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it,but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
16. A gracious woman obtains honour,but violent men obtain riches.
17. The merciful man does good to his own soul,but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
18. Wicked people earn deceitful wages,but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.