23. These also are the sayings of wise people:Showing partiality as a judge is not good.
24. Whoever says to a guilty person, “You are innocent,”will be cursed by people and condemned by nations.
25. But people will be pleased with those who convict a guilty person,and a great blessing will come to them.
26. Giving a straight answer is ⌊like⌋ a kiss on the lips.
27. Prepare your work outside,and get things ready for yourself in the field.Afterwards, build your house.
28. Do not testify against your neighbor without a reason,and do not deceive with your lips.
29. Do not say,“I’ll treat him as he treated me.I’ll pay him back for what he has done to me.”