10. Through insolence comes nothing but strife, But wisdom is with those who receive counsel.
11. Wealth obtained by fraud dwindles, But the one who gathers by labor increases it.
12. Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
13. The one who despises the word will be in debt to it, But the one who fears the commandment will be rewarded.
14. The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, To turn aside from the snares of death.
15. Good understanding produces favor, But the way of the treacherous is hard.
16. Every prudent man acts with knowledge, But a fool displays folly.
17. A wicked messenger falls into adversity, But a faithful envoy brings healing.