18 A man of wrath stirs up strife, But he who is patient appeases strife.
19 The way of a lazy one is like a hedge of thorns, But the way of the straight is a highway.
20 A wise son makes a father glad, But a foolish man despises his mother.
21 Folly is joy to one lacking heart, But a man of understanding walks straight.
22 Without counsel, plans go wrong, But by great counsellors they are established.
23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And how good is a word spoken in its season!
24 The path of life is upward for the wise, To turn away from the grave below.