1 A good reputation is more desirable than great wealth, and favorable acceptance more than silver and gold.
3 The prudent person sees trouble ahead and hides, but the naive continue on and suffer the consequences.
5 Thorns and snares lie in the path of the perverse person, but whoever is cautious stays far away from them.
6 Train a child in the way appropriate for him, and when he becomes older, he will not turn from it.
8 Whoever sows wickedness reaps trouble, and the anger he uses for a weapon will be destroyed.
14 The mouth of an immoral woman is a deep pit; a man experiencing the LORD's wrath will fall into it.
15 A child's heart has a tendency to do wrong, but the rod of discipline removes it far away from him.
16 Whoever oppresses the poor to enrich himself and whoever gives gifts to the wealthy will yield only loss.
17 Pay attention and listen to the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my teaching,
18 for it is pleasant when you treasure them within you and have them ready on your lips.
19 As a result, your trust will be in the LORD, that's why I'm teaching you today, even you.
20 Have I not written for you 30 sayings containing counsel and knowledge,
21 to teach you true and reliable advice, so you can give truthful answers to those who sent you?
22 Don't rob the poor person because he is poor, and don't crush the helpless in court,
23 for the LORD will plead their case and ruin the lives of those who ruin them.
24 Don't make friends with a hot-tempered man, and do not associate with someone who is easily angered,
25 or you may learn his ways and find yourself caught in a trap.