11 The house of the wicked will be destroyed,but the tent of the godly will flourish.
12 There is a path before each person that seems right,but it ends in death.
13 Laughter can conceal a heavy heart,but when the laughter ends, the grief remains.
14 Backsliders get what they deserve;good people receive their reward.
15 Only simpletons believe everything they’re told!The prudent carefully consider their steps.
16 The wise are cautious and avoid danger;fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.
17 Short-tempered people do foolish things,and schemers are hated.