8. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to Jehovah; but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
9. The way of a wicked man is an abomination to Jehovah; but him that pursueth righteousness he loveth.
10. Grievous correction is for him that forsaketh the path; he that hateth reproof shall die.
11. Sheol and destruction are before Jehovah; how much more then the hearts of the children of men!
12. A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him; he will not go unto the wise.
13. A joyful heart maketh a cheerful countenance; but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.
14. The heart of an intelligent man seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of the foolish feedeth on folly.
15. All the days of the afflicted are evil; but a cheerful heart is a continual feast.
16. Better is little with the fear of Jehovah than great store and disquietude therewith.
17. Better is a meal of herbs where love is, than a fatted ox and hatred therewith.
18. A furious man stirreth up contention; but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
19. The way of the sluggard is as a hedge of thorns; but the path of the upright is made plain.
20. A wise son maketh a glad father; but a foolish man despiseth his mother.
21. Folly is joy to him that is void of sense; but a man of understanding regulateth his walk.
22. Without counsel purposes are disappointed; but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.