8The good are saved from trouble, while the wicked get into trouble.
9Godless people mouth off and destroy their neighbors, but the good are saved by wisdom.
10The whole town celebrates when good people are successful; they also shout for joy when the wicked die.
11Ethical people are a blessing to a town, but what the wicked say destroys it.
12People who run down their neighbors have no sense; someone who's sensible keeps quiet.
13A gossip goes around telling secrets, but trustworthy people keep confidences.
14A nation falls without good guidance, but they are saved through much wise counsel.