14. If a king becomes angry, he may put someone to death.So a wise man will try to keep peace.
15. A king’s kindness can give people life.His kindness is like a spring shower.
16. It is better to get wisdom than gold.It is better to choose understanding than silver!
17. A good person stays away from evil.A person who watches what he does protects his life.
18. Pride leads to destruction.A proud attitude brings ruin.
19. It is better not to be proud and to be with those who sufferthan to share stolen property with proud people.
20. Whoever pays attention to what he is taught will succeed.And whoever trusts the Lord will be happy.
21. A wise person is known for his understanding.He wins people to his side with pleasant words.
22. Understanding is like a fountain of water which gives life to those who use it.But foolishness will cause foolish people to be punished.
23. A wise person’s mind tells him what to say.This helps him to teach others better.
24. Pleasant words are like a honeycomb.They make a person happy and healthy.
25. Some people think they are doing what’s right.But in the end it causes them to die.
26. The worker’s hunger helps him.His desire to eat makes him work.