18. People sometimes lie to hide their hatred, but saying bad things about someone is even more foolish.
19. A person who talks too much gets into trouble. A wise person learns to be quiet.
20. Words from good people are like pure silver, but thoughts from the wicked are worthless.
21. Good people say things that help others, but the wicked die from a lack of understanding.
22. It is the Lord’S blessing that brings wealth, and no hard work can add to it.
23. Fools enjoy doing wrong, but the wise enjoy wisdom.
24. The wicked will be defeated by what they fear, but good people will get what they want.
25. The wicked are destroyed when trouble comes, but good people stand strong forever.