21 No harm comes to a good person.But an evil person’s life is full of trouble.
22 The Lord hates those who tell lies.But he is pleased with those who do what they promise.
23 A wise person keeps what he knows to himself.But a foolish person shows how foolish he is.
24 Hard workers will become leaders.But those who are lazy will be slaves.
25 Worry makes a person feel as if he is carrying a heavy load.But a kind word cheers up a person.
26 A good person takes advice from his friends.But an evil person is easily led to do wrong.
27 A lazy person catches no food to cook.But a hard worker will have great wealth.