14 A king’s fury is like messengers of death, but a wise man will appease it.
15 In the light of a king’s face there is life, and his favor like a cloud of spring rain.
16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver.
17 The highway of the upright avoids evil. He who guards his way protects his life.
18 Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.
19 Better to be lowly in spirit with the afflicted than to share the spoil with the proud.
20 One prudent in a matter will find good Blessed is the one who trusts in Adonai.