11 The Lord watches to seeif we are fairor if we cheat others.
12 Justice makes rulers powerful.They should hate evil
13 and like honesty and truth.
14 An angry rulercan put you to death.So be wise!Don't make one angry.
15 When a ruler is happyand pleased with you,it's like refreshing rain,and you will live.
16 It's much better to be wiseand sensiblethan to be rich.
17 God's people avoid evil ways,and they protect themselvesby watching where they go.