2 When the righteous thrive, people rejoice. When the wicked rule, people groan.
3 Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
4 By justice a king brings stability to a land, but one who takes bribes brings it ruin.
5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
6 In an evil man’s wrongdoing is a trap, but the righteous sings and rejoices.
7 A righteous person considers justice for the poor. The wicked one has no such concern.
8 Mockers incite a city, but wise men turn away anger.