12 Desiring evil is a trap for the wicked,but the root of the righteous endures.
13 The wicked are trapped by the transgressions of their lips,but the righteous escape from distress.
14 From the fruit of their speech, people are well satisfied;their work results in reward.
15 Fools see their own way as right,but the wise listen to advice.
16 Fools reveal their anger right away,but the shrewd hide their contempt.
17 Those who state the truth speak justly,but a false witness deceives.
18 Some chatter on like a stabbing sword,but a wise tongue heals.