13. Whoever denounces something obligates himself for the future. But whoever fears a lesson shall turn away in peace. Deceitful souls wander into sins. The just are merciful and compassionate.
14. The law of the wise is a fountain of life, so that he may turn aside from the ruin of death.
15. Good doctrine bestows grace. In the way of the contemptuous, there is a chasm.
16. The discerning do everything with counsel. But whoever is senseless discloses his stupidity.
17. The messenger of the impious will fall into evil. But a faithful ambassador shall prosper.
18. Destitution and disgrace are for those who abandon discipline. But whoever agrees with a reproof shall be glorified.
19. The desired, when perfected, shall delight the soul. The foolish detest those who flee from evils.
20. Whoever keeps step with the wise shall be wise. A friend of the foolish will become like them.
21. Evil pursues sinners. And good things shall be distributed to the just.
22. The good leave behind heirs: children and grandchildren. And the substance of the sinner is preserved for the just.
23. Much nourishment is in the fallow land of the fathers. But for others, it is gathered without judgment.