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 honor.
13 It's stupid and embarrassingto give an answerbefore you listen.
14 Being cheerful helpswhen you are sick,but nothing helpswhen you give up.
15 Everyone with good sensewants to learn.