9
Birds roost with their own kind, so honesty comes home to those who practice it.
10
A lion lies in wait for prey; so does sin for evildoers.
11
The conversation of the godly is always wise, but the fool changes like the moon.
12
Among stupid people limit your time, but among thoughtful people linger on.
13
The talk of fools is offensive, and their laughter is wantonly sinful.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.