5 The plans of the hard worker lead only to plenty, But all rash haste only to poverty.
6 Gaining treasures by a lying tongue Is a fleeting vapour, heading for death.
7 The spoil of the wrong catches them, Because they refused to do right- ruling.
8 The way of a guilty man is perverse; But as for the innocent, his work is right.
9 It is better to dwell in a corner of a roof, Than in a house shared with a contentious woman.
10 The desire of the wrong is set upon evil; His neighbour finds no favour in his eyes.
11 When the scoffer is punished, the simple is made wise; But when the wise is instructed, he receives knowledge.