5A man who says smooth things to his neighbour is stretching out a net for his steps.
6In the steps of an evil man there is a net for him, but the upright man gets away quickly and is glad.
7The upright man gives attention to the cause of the poor: the evil-doer gives no thought to it.
8Men of pride are the cause of violent acts in a town, but by wise men wrath is turned away.
9If a wise man goes to law with a foolish man, he may be angry or laughing, but there will be no rest.
10Men of blood are haters of the good man, and evil-doers go after his soul.