[1]HE who refuses reproof and stiffens his neck shall suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy[2]When the righteous are many, the people increase; but when the wicked are in authority, the people groan[3]He who loves wisdom rejoices his father; but he who keeps company with harlots shall lose his substance[4]The king by justice enriches the land; but a wicked man causes it to be in want[5]A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet[6]An evil man shall be ensnared in his wickedness; but the righteous shall sing and rejoice[7]A righteous man considers the cause of the poor; but the wicked has no understanding to regard it[8]Scornful men set cities on fire; but wise men turn away wrath[9]A wise man contends with a fool, and when he is angry, he laughs and does not scoff[10]Bloodthirsty men hate the innocent; but the righteous have compassion upon them[11]A fool utters all his wrath; but a wise man uses his mind[12]If a ruler listens to lies, all his servants are wicked[13]The poor man and the oppressor meet together, and the LORD lightens the eves of both[14]The king who faithfully judges the people, his throne shall be established for ever[15]The rod and reproof give wisdom; but a child who lacks discipline brings shame upon his mother[16]When the wicked are multiplied, transgression increases; but the righteous shall rejoice in their fall[17]Correct your son, and he shall give you rest; yea, he shall give delight to your soul[18]When the wicked men multiply, the people are ruined; but he who keeps the law, blessed is he[19]A servant will not be corrected by words; for he knows then that he will not be beaten[20]When you see a man who is hasty in his words, know that a fool is better than he[21]He who is given to pleasures from his youth will be a servant, and in the end will groan[22]An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression[23]A man's pride shall bring him low; but his meekness shall add to his honor[24]He who is a partner with a thief hates his own soul; they put him under oaths, but he does not confess[25]The iniquity of a man becomes a stumblingblock to him; but he who puts his trust in the LORD shall become strong[26]Many seek the ruler's favor; but a man's judgment comes from the LORD[27]An unjust man is an abomination to the just; and a right way is an abomination to the wicked