17. A man who is guilty of murderwill run until he dies.So do not stop him.
18. Innocent people will be kept safe.But those who are dishonest will suddenly be ruined.
19. The person who works his land will have plenty of food.But the one who chases useless dreams instead will end up very poor.
20. A truthful man will have many blessings.But those eager to get rich will be punished.
21. It is not good for a judge to take sides.But some will sin for just a piece of bread.
22. A selfish person is in a hurry to get rich.He does not realize his selfishness will make him poor.
23. Those who correct others will later be likedmore than those who give false praise.
24. Some people rob their fathers or mothersand say, “It’s not wrong.”Such people are just like those who destroy things.
25. A greedy person causes trouble.But the one who trusts the Lord will succeed.
26. The person who trusts in himself is foolish.But the person who lives wisely will be kept safe.
27. The person who gives to the poor will have everything he needs.But the one who ignores the poor will have many curses put on him.
28. When the wicked get power, everybody hides.But when the wicked die, the good people do well.