The one who gathers crops in the summer is a wise son, but the one who sleeps during the harvest is a son who brings shame to himself.

When words abound, transgression is inevitable, but the one who restrains his words is wise.

The king shows favor to a wise servant, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.

The one who deals wisely in a matter will find success, and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.

The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked; he overthrows the wicked to their ruin.

A servant who acts wisely will rule over an heir who behaves shamefully, and will share the inheritance along with the relatives.