9. With his mouth the ungodly destroys his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous will be delivered.
10. When the righteous do well, a city rejoices. When the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
11. Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.
12. One who despises his neighbor lacks sense, but one with discernment remains silent.
13. A gossip reveals secrets, but one who is trustworthy conceals a matter.
14. Without guidance people fall, with many counselors there is deliverance.
15. Whoever puts up security for a stranger will have trouble, but whoever avoids shaking hands on such a deal is secure.
16. A gracious woman gains honor, but ruthless men seize riches.
17. A kind man does his own soul good, but a cruel man harms his own flesh.
18. The wicked earn deceptive wages, but a sower of righteousness reaps a true reward.
19. Steadfast righteousness leads to life, but pursuing evil ends in death.