13. The lazy person claims, “There’s a lion out there!If I go outside, I might be killed!”
14. The mouth of an immoral woman is a dangerous trap;those who make the lord angry will fall into it.
15. A youngster’s heart is filled with foolishness,but physical discipline will drive it far away.
16. A person who gets ahead by oppressing the pooror by showering gifts on the rich will end in poverty.
17. Listen to the words of the wise;apply your heart to my instruction.
18. For it is good to keep these sayings in your heartand always ready on your lips.
19. I am teaching you today—yes, you—so you will trust in the lord.
20. I have written thirty sayings for you,filled with advice and knowledge.
21. In this way, you may know the truthand take an accurate report to those who sent you.