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.
29. Judgments are prepared for scoffers, And blows for the back of fools.