8
The righteous is delivered out of the tribulation, and the wicked takes his place.
9
The hypocrite with
his mouth destroys his neighbour, but the just are delivered with wisdom.
10
When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish,
there are feasts.
11
By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted, but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
12
He that is void of understanding despises his neighbour, but the intelligent man remains silent.
13
A talebearer reveals secrets, but he that is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.
14
When intelligence is lacking, the people shall fall, but in the multitude of counsellors
there is salvation.
15
With anxiety shall he that is surety for a stranger be afflicted, and he that hates suretiship shall live securely.
16
The gracious woman retains honour, and strong
men retain riches.
17
The merciful man does good to his own soul, but the cruel
man troubles his own flesh.
18
The wicked works a deceitful work, but to him that sows righteousness
shall be a sure reward.