3 Fire tests silver. Heat tests gold. But the Lord tests our hearts.
4 An evil person listens to evil words. A liar pays attention to words that are harmful.
5 Anyone who laughs at those who are poor makes fun of their Maker. Anyone who is happy when others suffer will be punished.
6 Grandchildren are like a crown to older people. And children are proud of their parents.
7 It isn't proper for foolish people to brag. And it certainly isn't proper for rulers to tell lies!
8 Money buys favors for those who give it. No matter where they turn, they succeed.
9 Those who erase a sin by forgiving it show love. But those who talk about it come between close friends.