23. Your pride can bring you down. Humility will bring you honor.
24. You are your own worst enemy if you take part in a crime. You will not be able to tell the truth even when people threaten you.
25. Fear can be a trap, but if you trust in the Lord, you will be safe.
26. Many people want the friendship of a ruler, but the Lord is the only one who judges people fairly.
27. Good people think the wicked are disgusting, and the wicked feel disgust for those who are honest.