18 Anyone who tells lies against the neighborsin court or on the street is a loose cannon.
19 Trusting a double-crosser when you’re in troubleis like biting down on an abscessed tooth.
20 Singing light songs to the heavyheartedis like pouring salt in their wounds.
21-22 If you see your enemy hungry, go buy him lunch;if he’s thirsty, bring him a drink.Your generosity will surprise him with goodness,and God will look after you.
23 A north wind brings stormy weather,and a gossipy tongue stormy looks.
24 Better to live alone in a tumbledown shackthan share a mansion with a nagging spouse.
25 Like a cool drink of water when you’re worn out and wearyis a letter from a long-lost friend.