23. The fear of the Lord leads to life,and whoever has it rests satisfied;he will not be visited by harm.
24. The sluggard buries his hand in the dishand will not even bring it back to his mouth.
25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
26. He who does violence to his father and chases away his motheris a son who brings shame and reproach.
27. Cease to hear instruction, my son, and you will stray from the words of knowledge.