22 Every man longs for love that never fails. It is better to be poor than to be a liar.
23 Having respect for the Lord leads to life. Then you will be content and free from trouble.
24 A person who doesn't want to work leaves his hand in the dish. He won't even bring it back up to his mouth!
25 If you whip a person who makes fun of others, childish people will learn to be wise. If you warn someone who already understands what is right, he will gain even more knowledge.
26 A child who robs his father and drives out his mother brings shame and dishonor.
27 My son, if you stop listening to what I teach you, you will wander away from the words of knowledge.
28 A dishonest witness makes fun of what is right. The mouths of those who do wrong gulp down evil.