20There is deceit in the hearts of those who plan to do evil, but joy comes to the advisors of peace.
21No ill comes on the righteous person, but wicked people are filled with difficulties.
22Yahweh hates lying lips, but those who live faithfully are his delight.
23A prudent man conceals his knowledge, but the heart of fools shouts out folly.
24The hand of the diligent will rule, but lazy people will be put to forced labor.
25Anxiety in the heart of a person weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.
26The righteous person is a guide for his friend, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27Lazy people would not roast their own game, but the diligent man will obtain precious wealth.