23. Some promise a favor to a friendout of shame,and they create an enemy for no reason.
24. A lie is a bad blemish on a person;ignorant people tell them incessantly.
25. A thief is preferable to someonewho continuously lies,but both will inherit destruction.
26. The character of liars is dishonorable;their shame is continuouslywith them.
27. Wise people distinguish themselvesby their words,and prudent people will pleasethe powerful.