24. The way of life leads above to the wise, that he may depart from sheol beneath.
25. The LORD will destroy the house of the proud: but he will establish the boundary of the widow.
26. The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD: but the words of the pure are pleasant words.
27. He that is greedy of gain troubles his own house; but he that hates bribes shall live.
28. The heart of the righteous studies to answer: but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
29. The LORD is far from the wicked: but he hears the prayer of the righteous.
30. The light of the eyes rejoices the heart: and a good report makes the bones healthy.