12. God, the righteous one, knows what goes on in the homes of the wicked, and he will bring the wicked down to ruin.
13. If you refuse to listen to the cry of the poor, your own cry for help will not be heard.
14. If someone is angry with you, a gift given secretly will calm him down.
15. When justice is done, good people are happy, but evil people are brought to despair.
16. Death is waiting for anyone who wanders away from good sense.
17. Indulging in luxuries, wine, and rich food will never make you wealthy.