8 A gossip’s words are like choice foodthat goes down to one’s innermost being.
9 The one who is truly lazy in his workis brother to a vandal.
10 The name of Yahweh is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are protected.
11 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city;in his imagination it is like a high wall.
12 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
13 The one who gives an answer before he listens —this is foolishness and disgrace for him.
14 A man’s spirit can endure sickness,but who can survive a broken spirit?