4 By justice a king brings stability to a land, but a man who demands “contributions” demolishes it.
5 A man who flatters his neighborspreads a net for his feet.
6 An evil man is caught by sin, but the righteous one sings and rejoices.
7 The righteous person knows the rights of the poor, but the wicked one does not understand these concerns.
8 Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.
9 If a wise man goes to court with a fool,there will be ranting and raving but no resolution.
10 Bloodthirsty men hate an honest person, but the upright care about him.