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.
11 A fool vents all his feelings,But a wise man holds them back.
12 If a ruler pays attention to lies,All his servants become wicked.
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common:The Lord gives light to the eyes of both.
14 The king who judges the poor with truth,His throne will be established forever.