17. He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness, but a false witness deceit.
18. There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19. The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20. Deceit is in the heart of them that devise evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
21. There shall no mischief happen to the righteous: but the wicked shall be filled with evil.
22. Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight.
23. A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
24. The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be put under taskwork.
25. Heaviness in the heart of a man maketh it stoop; but a good word maketh it glad.
26. The righteous is a guide to his neighbour: but the way of the wicked causeth them to err.