8. It is better to be poor and do what is rightthan to be wealthy and be unfair.
9. A person may think up plans.But the Lord decides what he will do.
10. The words of a king are like a message from God.So his decisions should be fair.
11. The Lord wants honest balances and scales to be used.He wants all weights to be honest.
12. Kings hate those who do wrongbecause governments only last if they are fair.
13. Kings are pleased with those who speak honest words.They value a person who speaks the truth.
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.