16 Everyone shrewd acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts folly.
17 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
18 He who spurns discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever accepts correction will be honored.
19 A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning away from evil.
20 He who walks with wise men is wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.
21 Misfortune pursues sinners, but prosperity rewards the righteous.
22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous.