18. A man of wrath stirs up strife, But he who is patient appeases strife.
19. The way of a lazy one is like a hedge of thorns, But the way of the straight is a highway.
20. A wise son makes a father glad, But a foolish man despises his mother.
21. Folly is joy to one lacking heart, But a man of understanding walks straight.
22. Without counsel, plans go wrong, But by great counsellors they are established.
23. A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And how good is a word spoken in its season!