3 The Lord doesn’t let the righteous starve,but he rejects the desires of the wicked.
4 Laziness brings poverty;hard work makes one rich.
5 A wise son harvests in the summer;a disgraceful son sleeps right through the harvest.
6 Blessings cover the head of the righteous,but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
7 The memory of the righteous is a blessing,but the name of the wicked rots.
8 The skilled mind accepts commands,but a foolish talker is ruined.
9 Those who walk in innocence walk with confidence,but those on crooked paths will be found out.