13. Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper,but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
14. Blessed is the one who always trembles before God,but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble.
15. Like a roaring lion or a charging bearis a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
16. A tyrannical ruler practises extortion,but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.
17. Anyone tormented by the guilt of murderwill seek refuge in the grave;let no one hold them back.
18. The one whose way of life is blameless is kept safe,but the one whose ways are perverse will fall into the pit.
19. Those who work their land will have abundant food,but those who chase fantasies will have their fill of poverty.