23. These sayings also are from the wise:To show partiality in judgment is terrible:
24. The one who says to the guilty, “You are innocent,”peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him.
25. But there will be delight for those who convict the guilty,and a pleasing blessing will come on them.
26. Like a kiss on the lipsis the one who gives an honest answer.
27. Establish your work outside and get your fields ready;afterward build your house.
28. Do not be a witness against your neighbor without cause,and do not deceive with your words.
29. Do not say, “I will do to him just as he has done to me;I will pay him back according to what he has done.”