9. If a wise man has an argument with a fool,the fool only rages and laughs, and there is no quiet.
10. Bloodthirsty men hate one who is blamelessand seek the life of the upright.
11. A fool gives full vent to his spirit,but a wise man quietly holds it back.
12. If a ruler listens to falsehood,all his officials will be wicked.
13. The poor man and the oppressor meet together;the Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
14. If a king faithfully judges the poor,his throne will be established forever.
15. The rod and reproof give wisdom,but a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.
16. When the wicked increase, transgression increases,but the righteous will look upon their downfall.
17. Discipline your son, and he will give you rest;he will give delight to your heart.
18. Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint,but blessed is he who keeps the law.
19. By mere words a servant is not disciplined,for though he understands, he will not respond.
20. Do you see a man who is hasty in his words? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
21. Whoever pampers his servant from childhoodwill in the end find him his heir.
22. A man of wrath stirs up strife,and one given to anger causes much transgression.
23. One’s pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor.