8. Sneering at others is a sparkthat sets a city on fire;using good sense can put outthe flames of anger.
9. Be wise and don't sue a fool.You won't get satisfaction,because all the fool will dois sneer and shout.
10. A murderer hates everyonewho is honestand lives right.
11. Don't be a fooland quickly lose your temper—be sensible and patient.
12. A ruler who listens to lieswill have corrupt officials.
13. The poor and all who abuse themmust each depend on Godfor light.
14. Kings who are fair to the poorwill rule for ever.
15. Correct your children,and they will be wise;children out of controldisgrace their mothers.
16. Crime increaseswhen crooks are in power,but law-abiding citizenswill see them fall.
17. If you correct your children,they will bring you peaceand happiness.
18. Without guidance from Godlaw and order disappear,but God blesses everyonewho obeys his Law.
19. Even when servants are clever,it takes more than wordsto make them obey.
20. There is more hope for a foolthan for someone who speakswithout thinking.
21. Slaves you treat kindlyfrom their childhoodwill cause you sorrow.
22. A person with a quick temperstirs up argumentsand commits a lot of sins.
23. Too much pride brings disgrace;humility leads to honour.