16. All who are prudent act with knowledge,but fools expose their folly.
17. A wicked messenger falls into trouble,but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.
18. Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame,but whoever heeds correction is honoured.
19. A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul,but fools detest turning from evil.
20. Walk with the wise and become wise,for a companion of fools suffers harm.
21. Trouble pursues the sinner,but the righteous are rewarded with good things.
22. A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children,but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.
23. An unploughed field produces food for the poor,but injustice sweeps it away.