1. One who becomes stiff-necked,after many reprimandswill be shattered instantly —beyond recovery.
2. When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice,but when the wicked rule, people groan.
3. A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but one who consorts with prostitutes destroys his wealth.
4. By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a man who demands “contributions” demolishes it.
5. A man who flatters his neighborspreads a net for his feet.
6. An evil man is caught by sin, but the righteous one sings and rejoices.
7. The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.
8. Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.