17. A merciful man benefits his own soul. But whoever is cruel casts out even his close relatives.
18. The impious does work with inconstancy. But for the sower of justice, there is the reward of faithfulness.
19. Clemency prepares life. And the pursuit of evils prepares death.
20. A depraved heart is abominable to the Lord. And his will is with those who walk in simplicity.
21. Hand in hand, the evil shall not be innocent. But the offspring of the just shall be saved.