23. Mem The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he delights in his way.
24. Though he falls, he shall not be utterly cast down, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.
25. Nun I have been young and now am old; yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
26. He is ever merciful and lends, and his seed is a blessing.
27. Samech Depart from evil, and do good, and thou shalt live for evermore.
28. For the Lord loves uprightness and does not forsake his merciful ones; they are preserved for ever, but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.
29. Ain The righteous shall inherit the earth and live upon it for ever.
30. Pe The mouth of the righteous speaks wisdom, and his tongue brings forth judgment.
31. The law of his God is in his heart; therefore none of his steps shall slide.
32. Tzaddi The wicked watches the righteous and seeks to slay him.