8. The Lord hates the sacrifice of sinful people. But the prayers of honest people please him.
9. The Lord hates how sinners live. But he loves those who run after what is right.
10. Hard training is in store for anyone who leaves the right path. A person who hates to be corrected will die.
11. Death and the Grave lie open in front of the Lord. So the hearts of mere men certainly lie open to him!
12. Anyone who makes fun of others doesn't like to be corrected. He won't ask wise people for advice.
13. A happy heart makes a face look cheerful. But a sad heart produces a broken spirit.
14. A heart that understands what is right looks for knowledge. But the mouths of foolish people feed on what is foolish.
15. All the days of those who are crushed are filled with pain and suffering. But a cheerful heart enjoys a good time that never ends.
16. It is better to have respect for the Lord and have little than to be rich and have trouble.
17. A meal of vegetables where there is love is better than the finest meat where there is hatred.
18. A man who burns with anger stirs up fights. But a person who is patient calms things down.
19. The way of people who don't want to work is blocked with thorns. But the path of honest people is a wide road.
20. A wise son makes his father glad. But a foolish son hates his mother.
21. A person who has no sense enjoys doing foolish things. But a man who has understanding walks straight ahead.
22. Plans fail without good advice. But they succeed when there are many advisers.
23. Joy is found in giving the right answer. And how good is a word spoken at the right time!
24. The path of life leads up for those who are wise. It keeps them from going down to the grave.