9 If a wise man argues with a foolish man, he rants or laughs, with no resolution.
10 Bloodthirsty people hate a man of integrity and seek the soul of the upright.
11 A fool gives full vent to his temper, but a wise man holds it back.
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants will be wicked.
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Adonai gives light to the eyes of both.
14 If a king judges the poor with truth, his throne will always be secure.
15 A rod and reproof give wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.