16. Good people are rewarded with life.But evil people are paid back with punishment.
17. The person who accepts correction is on the way to life.But the person who ignores correction will be ruined.
18. Whoever hides his hate is a liar.Whoever tells lies is a fool.
19. If you talk a lot, you are sure to sin.If you are wise, you will keep quiet.
20. The words of a good person are like pure silver.But an evil person’s thoughts are worth little.
21. A good person’s words will help many others.But a foolish person dies because he doesn’t have wisdom.
22. The Lord’s blessing brings wealth.And with it comes no sorrow.
23. A foolish person enjoys doing wrong.But a person with understanding enjoys doing what is wise.
24. An evil person will get what he fears most.But a good person will receive what he wants most.
25. A storm will blow the evil person away.But a good person will always be safe.
26. A lazy person brings trouble to the one he works for.He bothers others like vinegar on the teeth or smoke in the eyes.
27. Whoever respects the Lord will have a long life.But an evil person will have his life cut short.
28. A good person can look forward to happiness.But an evil person can expect nothing.