1
He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck, Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.
2
When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice; But when a wicked man rules, the people groan.
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 neighbor Spreads 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.