23 The Lord hates dishonest scalesand dishonest weights.So don't cheat!
24 How can we knowwhat will happen to uswhen the Lord alone decides?
25 Don't fall into the trapof making promises to Godbefore you think!
26 A wise ruler severely punishesevery criminal.
27 Our inner thoughts are a lampfrom the Lord,and they search our hearts.
28 Rulers are protectedby God's mercy and loyalty,but they must be mercifulfor their kingdoms to last.
29 Young people take pridein their strength,but the gray hairs of wisdomare even more beautiful.