21. He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and honour.
22. A wise man scaleth the city of the mighty, and bringeth down the strength of the confidence thereof.
23. Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
24. The proud and haughty man, scorner is his name, he worketh in the arrogance of pride.
25. The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.
26. There is that coveteth greedily all the day long: but the righteous giveth and withholdeth not.
27. The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination: how much more, when he bringeth it with a wicked mind!
28. A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth shall speak unchallenged.
29. A wicked man hardeneth his face: but as for the upright, he ordereth his ways.
30. There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
31. The horse is prepared against the day of battle: but victory is of the LORD,