22 Plans fail without good advice. But they succeed when there are many advisers.
23 Joy is found in giving the right answer. And how good is a word spoken at the right time!
24 The path of life leads up for those who are wise. It keeps them from going down to the grave.
25 The Lord tears down the proud person's house. But he keeps the widow's property safe.
26 The Lord hates the thoughts of sinful people. But the thoughts of pure people are pleasing to him.
27 Anyone who always wants more brings trouble to his family. But a person who refuses to be paid off will live.
28 The hearts of those who do right think about how they will answer. But the mouths of those who do wrong pour out evil.