10. Throw out the mocker, and fighting goes, too.Quarrels and insults will disappear.
11. Whoever loves a pure heart and gracious speechwill have the king as a friend.
12. The lord preserves those with knowledge,but he ruins the plans of the treacherous.
13. The lazy person claims, “There’s a lion out there!If I go outside, I might be killed!”
14. The mouth of an immoral woman is a dangerous trap;those who make the lord angry will fall into it.
15. A youngster’s heart is filled with foolishness,but physical discipline will drive it far away.
16. A person who gets ahead by oppressing the pooror by showering gifts on the rich will end in poverty.
17. Listen to the words of the wise;apply your heart to my instruction.