17. The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18. The wicked earneth deceitful wages: but he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.
19. He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life: and he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.
20. They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to the Lord: but such as are perfect in their way are his delight.
21. Though hand join in hand, the evil man shall not be unpunished: but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.