28. A large population is a king’s glory, but without subjects a prince is ruined.
29. Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.
30. A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
31. Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
32. When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.