1 He that being often reproved hardens his neck shall suddenly be destroyed and that without remedy.
2 When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice, but when the wicked bear rule, the people mourn.
3 Whosoever loves wisdom causes his father to rejoice, but he that maintains harlots shall lose his inheritance.
4 The king by judgment establishes the land, but he that receives gifts shall overthrow it.