3. Whoever loves wisdom makes his father rejoice,But a companion of harlots wastes his wealth.
4. The king establishes the land by justice,But he who receives bribes overthrows it.
5. A man who flatters his neighborSpreads a net for his feet.
6. By transgression an evil man is snared,But the righteous sings and rejoices.
7. The righteous considers the cause of the poor,But the wicked does not understand such knowledge.
8. Scoffers set a city aflame,But wise men turn away wrath.
9. If a wise man contends with a foolish man,Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace.
10. The bloodthirsty hate the blameless,But the upright seek his well-being.
11. A fool vents all his feelings,But a wise man holds them back.
12. If a ruler pays attention to lies,All his servants become wicked.