11. The one who works his field will have plenty of food,but whoever chases daydreams lacks wisdom.
12. The wicked person desires a stronghold,but the righteous root endures.
13. The evil person is ensnared by the transgression of his speech,but the righteous person escapes out of trouble.
14. A person will be satisfied with good from the fruit of his words, and the work of his hands will be rendered to him.
15. The way of a fool is right in his own opinion,but the one who listens to advice is wise.
16. A fool’s annoyance is known at once,but the prudent overlooks an insult.
17. The faithful witness tells what is right,but a false witness speaks deceit.
18. Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword,but the words of the wise bring healing.
19. The one who tells the truth will endure forever,but the one who lies will last only for a moment.
20. Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil,but those who promote peace have joy.
21. The righteous do not encounter any harm,but the wicked are filled with calamity.