23 In all hard work there is profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.
24 The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools is foolishness.
25 A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is treacherous.
26 In the fear of Adonai one has strong confidence. It will be a refuge for His children.
27 The fear of Adonai is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.
28 A large population is a king’s glory, but lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin.
29 One who is slow to anger shows great understanding, but a quick-tempered one exalts folly.