15. The offshoot of violence will not flourish,for the root of the godless is on sheer rock.
16. They are like reeds on riverbanks,withered before all other plants;
17. But goodness, like eternity, will never be cut off,and righteousness endures forever.
18. Wealth or wages can make life sweet,but better than either, finding a treasure.
19. A child or a city will preserve one’s name,but better than either, finding wisdom.Cattle and orchards make a person flourish;but better than either, a devoted wife.
20. Wine and strong drink delight the soul,but better than either, love of friends.
21. Flute and harp offer sweet melody,but better than either, a pure tongue.
22. Grace and beauty delight the eye,but better than either, the produce of the field.
23. A friend and a neighbor are timely guides,but better than either, a sensible wife.
24. Relatives and helpers for times of stress;but better than either, charity that rescues.