16. All who are prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly.
17. A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing.
18. Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored.
19. A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil.
20. Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm.
21. Trouble pursues the sinner, but the righteous are rewarded with good things.