6In the house of the righteous there is much treasure; but in the income of the wicked is trouble.
7The lips of the wise scatter knowledge; but the heart of fools is not reliable.
8The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination of the Lord: but, the prayer of the upright obtaineth his favor.
9An abomination of the Lord is the way of the wicked; but him that pursueth righteousness will he love.
10An evil correction is destined for him that forsaketh the right path; he that hateth admonition will die.
11The nether world and corruption are open before the Lord: how much more then the hearts of the children of men!
12A scorner loveth not that one should admonish him: unto the wise doth he not go.
13A merry heart cheereth up the countenance; but when the heart feeleth pain the spirit is depressed.
14The heart of the man of understanding seeketh knowledge; but the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.
15All the days of the afflicted are evil; but he that is of a cheerful heart hath a continual feast.