19. A man of great anger will bear the penalty, For if you rescue him, you will only have to do it again.
20. Listen to counsel and accept discipline, That you may be wise the rest of your days.
21. Many plans are in a man's heart, But the counsel of the Lord will stand.
22. What is desirable in a man is his kindness, And it is better to be a poor man than a liar.
23. The fear of the Lord leads to life, So that one may sleep satisfied, untouched by evil.
24. The sluggard buries his hand in the dish, But will not even bring it back to his mouth.
25. Strike a scoffer and the naive may become shrewd, But reprove one who has understanding and he will gain knowledge.
26. He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son.
27. Cease listening, my son, to discipline, And you will stray from the words of knowledge.
28. A rascally witness makes a mockery of justice, And the mouth of the wicked spreads iniquity.