3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father,but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4 By justice a king gives a country stability,but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.
5 Those who flatter their neighboursare spreading nets for their feet.
6 Evildoers are snared by their own sin,but the righteous shout for joy and are glad.
7 The righteous care about justice for the poor,but the wicked have no such concern.
8 Mockers stir up a city,but the wise turn away anger.
9 If a wise person goes to court with a fool,the fool rages and scoffs, and there is no peace.