¹⁸When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild.But whoever obeys the law is joyful.
¹⁹Words alone will not discipline a servant;the words may be understood, but they are not heeded.
²⁰There is more hope for a foolthan for someone who speaks without thinking.
²¹A servant pampered from childhoodwill become a rebel.
²²An angry person starts fights;a hot-tempered person commits all kinds of sin.
²³Pride ends in humiliation,while humility brings honor.
²⁴If you assist a thief, you only hurt yourself.You are sworn to tell the truth, but you dare not testify.
²⁵Fearing people is a dangerous trap,but trusting the Lord means safety.
²⁶Many seek the ruler’s favor,but justice comes from the Lord.
²⁷The righteous despise the unjust;the wicked despise the godly.