5. The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
6. The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but they that deal treacherously shall be taken in their own mischief.
7. When a wicked man dieth his expectation shall perish: and the hope of iniquity perisheth.
8. The righteous is delivered out of trouble, and the wicked cometh in his stead.
9. With his mouth the godless man destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the righteous be delivered.
10. When it goeth well with the righteous, the city rejoiceth: and when the wicked perish, there is shouting.
11. By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12. He that despiseth his neighbour is void of wisdom: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
13. He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
14. Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15. He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: but he that hateth suretiship is sure.
16. A gracious woman retaineth honour: and violent men retain riches.
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.