9. People may make plans in their minds,but the Lord decides what they will do.
10. The words of a king are like a message from God,so his decisions should be fair.
11. The Lord wants honest balances and scales;all the weights are his work.
12. Kings hate those who do wrong,because governments only continue if they are fair.
13. Kings like honest people;they value someone who speaks the truth.
14. An angry king can put someone to death,so a wise person will try to make him happy.
15. A smiling king can give people life;his kindness is like a spring shower.
16. It is better to get wisdom than gold,and to choose understanding rather than silver!