12 The wicked desires the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yields fruit.
13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall escape from trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkens unto counsel is wise.
16 A fool's wrath is at once known: but a prudent man covers shame.
17 He that speaks truth shows forth righteousness: but a false witness, deceit.
18 There is one that speaks like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise brings health.