17. Anyone who pays attention to his training is on his way to life. But anyone who refuses to be corrected leads others down the wrong path.
18. Anyone who hides hatred has lying lips. And anyone who spreads lies is foolish.
19. Those who talk a lot are likely to sin. But those who control their tongues are wise.
20. The tongues of those who do right are like fine silver. But the hearts of those who do wrong aren't worth very much.
21. The words of those who do right benefit many people. But those who are foolish die because they have no sense.
22. The blessing of the Lord brings wealth. Trouble doesn't come with it.
23. A foolish person finds pleasure in doing evil things. But a man who has understanding takes delight in wisdom.
24. What sinners are afraid of will catch up with them. But those who do right will get what they want.
25. When the storm is over, sinners are gone. But those who do right stand firm forever.
26. Anyone who doesn't want to work hurts those who send him. He is like vinegar on the teeth or smoke in the eyes.
27. Having respect for the Lord leads to a longer life. But the years of evil people are cut short.
28. Those who do right can expect joy. But the hopes of sinners are bound to fail.
29. The way of the Lord leads to a safe place for those who do right. But it destroys those who do evil.
30. Those who do right will never be removed from the land. But those who do wrong will not remain in it.
31. The mouths of those who do right produce wisdom. But tongues that speak twisted words will be cut out.