18 One who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
19 When words abound, transgression is unavoidable. but whoever restrains his lips is wise.
20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver. The heart of the wicked is of little value.
21 The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of understanding.
22 The blessing of Adonai brings wealth and He adds no trouble with it.
23 As doing wickedness is delight to a fool, so is wisdom to a man of discernment.
24 What the wicked dread will fall on them. The desire of the righteous will be given.