1. One who remains stiff-necked after many rebukes will suddenly be destroyed— without remedy.
2. When the righteous thrive, people rejoice. When the wicked rule, people groan.
3. Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4. By justice a king brings stability to a land, but one who takes bribes brings it ruin.
5. A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
6. In an evil man’s wrongdoing is a trap, but the righteous sings and rejoices.
7. A righteous person considers justice for the poor. The wicked one has no such concern.
8. Mockers incite a city, but wise men turn away anger.
9. If a wise man argues with a foolish man, he rants or laughs, with no resolution.
10. Bloodthirsty people hate a man of integrity and seek the soul of the upright.
11. A fool gives full vent to his temper, but a wise man holds it back.
12. If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants will be wicked.