4 An honest rulermakes the nation strong;a ruler who takes bribeswill bring it to ruin.
5 Flattery is nothing lessthan setting a trap.
6 Your sins will catch you,but everyone who lives rightwill sing and celebrate.
7 The wicked don't careabout the rights of the poor,but good people do.
8 Sneering at others is a sparkthat sets a city on fire;using good sense can put outthe flames of anger.
9 Be wise and don't sue a fool.You won't get satisfaction,because all the fool will dois sneer and shout.
10 A murderer hates everyonewho is honestand lives right.