23. These also are sayings of the wise. To have respect of persons in judgment is not good.
24. He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; peoples shall curse him, nations shall abhor him:
25. But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them.
26. He kisseth the lips that giveth a right answer.
27. Prepare thy work without, and make it ready for thee in the field; and afterwards build thine house.