9 Being lazy is no differentfrom being a troublemaker.
10 The Lord is a mighty towerwhere his people can runfor safety—
11 the rich think their moneyis a wall of protection.
12 Pride leads to destruction;humility leads to honour.
13 It's stupid and embarrassingto give an answerbefore you listen.
14 Being cheerful helpswhen we are sick,but nothing helpswhen we give up.
15 Everyone with good sensewants to learn.