7 A fool’s words will ruin him.He will be trapped by his own words.
8 The words of a gossip are like tasty bits of food.People take them all in.
9 A person who doesn’t work hardis just like a person who destroys things.
10 The Lord is like a strong tower.Those who do what is right can run to him for safety.
11 Rich people trust their wealth to protect them.They think it is like the high walls of a city.
12 People who are proud will be ruined.But those who are not proud will be honored.
13 A person who answers without listeningis foolish and disgraceful.