14. Wise instruction is a fountain of life, turning one away from snares of death.
15. Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful is hard.
16. Everyone shrewd acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts folly.
17. A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
18. He who spurns discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever accepts correction will be honored.