1. He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be broken, and that without remedy.
2. When the righteous are increased, the people rejoice: but when a wicked man beareth rule, the people sigh.
3. Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth his substance.
4. The king by judgment establisheth the land: but he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
5. A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his steps.
6. In the transgression of an evil man there is a snare: but the righteous doth sing and rejoice.
7. The righteous taketh knowledge of the cause of the poor: the wicked hath not understanding to know it.
8. Scornful men set a city in a flame: but wise men turn away wrath.
9. If a wise man hath a controversy with a foolish man, whether he be angry or laugh, there will be no rest.
10. The bloodthirsty hate him that is perfect: and as for the upright, they seek his life.
11. A fool uttereth all his anger: but a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.