7. When the wicked die,their hopes die with them.
8. Trouble goes right pastthe Lord's peopleand strikes the wicked.
9. Dishonest people use gossipto destroy their neighbours;good people are protectedby their own good sense.
10. When honest people prosperand the wicked disappear,the whole city celebrates.
11. When God blesses his people,their city prospers,but deceitful liarscan destroy a city.
12. It's stupid to say bad thingsabout your neighbours.If you are sensible,you will keep quiet.
13. A gossip tells everything,but a true friendwill keep a secret.
14. A city without wise leaderswill end up in ruin;a city with many wise leaderswill be kept safe.
15. It's a dangerous thingto guarantee paymentfor someone's debts.Don't do it!
16. A gracious womanwill be respected,but a man must work hardto get rich.
17. Kindness is rewarded—but if you are cruel,you hurt yourself.