15. He who is surety for a stranger will suffer,But one who hates being surety is secure.
16. A gracious woman retains honor,But ruthless men retain riches.
17. The merciful man does good for his own soul,But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.
18. The wicked man does deceptive work,But he who sows righteousness will have a sure reward.
19. As righteousness leads to life,So he who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.
20. Those who are of a perverse heart are an abomination to the Lord,But the blameless in their ways are His delight.