7. Wicked people die and they are no more,but a good person’s family continues.
8. The wisdom of the wise wins praise,but there is no respect for the stupid.
9. A person who is not important but has a servant is better offthan someone who acts important but has no food.
10. Good people take care of their animals,but even the kindest acts of the wicked are cruel.
11. Those who work their land will have plenty of food,but the one who chases empty dreams is not wise.
12. The wicked want what other evil people have stolen,but good people want to give what they have to others.
13. Evil people are trapped by their evil talk,but good people stay out of trouble.
14. People will be rewarded for what they say,and they will also be rewarded for what they do.
15. Fools think they are doing right,but the wise listen to advice.
16. Fools quickly show that they are upset,but the wise ignore insults.
17. An honest witness tells the truth,but a dishonest witness tells lies.
18. Careless words stab like a sword,but wise words bring healing.