¹¹Rich people may think they are wise,but a poor person with discernment can see right through them.
¹²When the godly succeed, everyone is glad.When the wicked take charge, people go into hiding.
¹³People who conceal their sins will not prosper,but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy.
¹⁴Blessed are those who fear to do wrong,#28:14 Or those who fear the Lord; Hebrew reads those who fear.but the stubborn are headed for serious trouble.
¹⁵A wicked ruler is as dangerous to the pooras a roaring lion or an attacking bear.
¹⁶A ruler with no understanding will oppress his people,but one who hates corruption will have a long life.
¹⁷A murderer’s tormented conscience will drive him into the grave.Don’t protect him!
¹⁸The blameless will be rescued from harm,but the crooked will be suddenly destroyed.
¹⁹A hard worker has plenty of food,but a person who chases fantasies ends up in poverty.
²⁰The trustworthy person will get a rich reward,but a person who wants quick riches will get into trouble.