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.
24. He who spares the rod hates his son. But he who loves him urgently instructs him.
25. The just eats and fills his soul. But the belly of the impious is never satisfied.