12. If a ruler pays attention to lies,All his servants become wicked.
13. The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
14. The king who judges the poor with truth,His throne will be established forever.
15. The rod and rebuke give wisdom,But a child left to himself brings shame to his mother.
16. When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases;But the righteous will see their fall.
17. Correct your son, and he will give you rest;Yes, he will give delight to your soul.
18. Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint;But happy is he who keeps the law.