16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases;but the righteous will see their fall.
17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest;yes, he will give delight to your soul.
18. Where there is no vision, the people perish;but happy is he who keeps the teaching.
19. A servant will not be corrected by words,for though he understands he will not answer.
20. Do you see a man who is hasty in his words?There is more hope for a fool than for him.
21. He who delicately brings up his servant from a childwill have him as a son in the end.
22. An angry man stirs up strife,and a furious man abounds in transgression.
23. A man’s pride will bring him low,but honor will uphold the humble in spirit.
24. Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own soul;he hears the oath but tells nothing.
25. The fear of man brings a snare,but whoever puts his trust in the Lord will be safe.
26. Many seek the ruler’s favor,but every man’s judgment comes from the Lord.