4 The king establishes the land by justice,But he who receives bribes overthrows it.
5 A man who flatters his neighborSpreads a net for his feet.
6 By transgression an evil man is snared,But the righteous sings and rejoices.
7 The righteous considers the cause of the poor,But the wicked does not understand such knowledge.
8 Scoffers set a city aflame,But wise men turn away wrath.
9 If a wise man contends with a foolish man,Whether the fool rages or laughs, there is no peace.
10 The bloodthirsty hate the blameless,But the upright seek his well-being.