8. People with no regard for others can throw whole cities into turmoil. Those who are wise keep things calm.
9. When an intelligent person brings a lawsuit against a fool, the fool only laughs and becomes loud and abusive.
10. Bloodthirsty people hate anyone who's honest, but righteous people will protect the life of such a person.
11. Stupid people express their anger openly, but sensible people are patient and hold it back.
12. If a ruler pays attention to false information, all his officials will be liars.
13. A poor person and his oppressor have this in common — the Lord gave eyes to both of them.
14. If a king defends the rights of the poor, he will rule for a long time.