22. Get all the advice you can, and you will succeed; without it you will fail.
23. What a joy it is to find just the right word for the right occasion!
24. Wise people walk the road that leads upwards to life, not the road that leads downwards to death.
25. The Lord will destroy the homes of arrogant men, but he will protect a widow's property.
26. The Lord hates evil thoughts, but he is pleased with friendly words.
27. If you try to make a profit dishonestly, you will get your family into trouble. Don't take bribes and you will live longer.
28. Good people think before they answer. Evil people have a quick reply, but it causes trouble.
29. When good people pray, the Lord listens, but he ignores those who are evil.
30. Smiling faces make you happy, and good news makes you feel better.