3 No one is established by wicked acts,but the roots of the righteous can’t be disturbed.
4 A strong woman is a crown to her husband,but a disgraceful woman is like rot in his bones.
5 The plans of the righteous are just,but the guidance of the wicked is deceptive.
6 The words of the wicked are a deathtrap,but the speech of those who do right rescues them.
7 The wicked are destroyed and are no more,but the family of the righteous will endure.
8 A person is praised for his insight,but a warped mind leads to contempt.
9 Better to be held in low regard and have a servantthan to be conceited and lack food.