13. The one who despises instruction will pay the penalty,but whoever esteems instruction will be rewarded.
14. Instruction from the wise is like a life-giving fountain,to turn a person from deadly snares.
15. Keen insight wins favor,but the conduct of the unfaithful is harsh.
16. Every shrewd person acts with knowledge,but a fool displays his folly.
17. An unreliable messenger falls into trouble,but a faithful envoy brings healing.
18. The one who neglects discipline ends up in poverty and shame,but the one who accepts reproof is honored.
19. A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul,but fools abhor turning away from evil.
20. The one who associates with the wise grows wise,but a companion of fools suffers harm.
21. Calamity pursues sinners,but prosperity rewards the righteous.