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

The one who shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too will cry out and will not be answered.

Doing justice brings joy to the righteous and terror to those who do evil.

The wicked person’s sacrifice is an abomination; how much more when he brings it with evil intent!

A good name is to be chosen rather than great wealth, good favor more than silver or gold.

The one who sows iniquity will reap trouble, and the rod of his fury will end.

to show you true and reliable words, so that you may give accurate answers to those who sent you?

Do not make friends with an angry person, and do not associate with a wrathful person,

A wise warrior is strong, and a man of knowledge makes his strength stronger;

for suddenly their destruction will overtake them, and who knows the ruinous judgment both the Lord and the king can bring?

The one who says to the guilty, “You are innocent,” peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him.

I saw that thorns had grown up all over it, the ground was covered with weeds, and its stone wall was broken down.

As the heaven is high and the earth is deep so the hearts of kings are unsearchable.

Like cloudy skies and wind that produce no rain, so is the one who boasts of a gift not given.

When you find honey, eat only what is sufficient for you, lest you become stuffed with it and vomit it up.

Like cutting off the feet or drinking violence, so is sending a message by the hand of a fool.

Faithful are the wounds of a friend, but the kisses of an enemy are excessive.

The one whose appetite is satisfied loathes honey, but to the hungry mouth every bitter thing is sweet.

Be wise, my son, and make my heart glad, so that I may answer anyone who taunts me.

The one who tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and whoever takes care of his master will be honored.