9. The Lord detests the way of the wicked,but He loves the one who pursues righteousness.
10. Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path;the one who hates correction will die.
11. Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord —how much more, human hearts.
12. A mocker doesn’t love one who corrects him; he will not consult the wise.
13. A joyful heart makes a face cheerful,but a sad heart produces a broken spirit.
14. A discerning mind seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.
15. All the days of the oppressed are miserable,but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.
16. Better a little with the fear of the Lordthan great treasure with turmoil.
17. Better a meal of vegetables where there is lovethan a fattened ox with hatred.
18. A hot-tempered man stirs up conflict, but a man slow to anger calms strife.
19. A slacker’s way is like a thorny hedge,but the path of the upright is a highway.
20. A wise son brings joy to his father,but a foolish man despises his mother.