27:10 As the lion lieth in wait for the prey; so sin for them that work iniquity.
27:11 The discourse of a godly man is always with wisdom; but a fool changeth as the moon.
27:12 If thou be among the indiscreet, observe the time; but be continually among men of understanding.
27:13 The discourse of fools is irksome, and their sport is the wantonness of sin.
27:14 The talk of him that sweareth much maketh the hair stand upright; and their brawls make one stop his ears.
27:15 The strife of the proud is bloodshedding, and their revilings are grievous to the ear.
27:16 Whoso discovereth secrets loseth his credit; and shall never find friend to his mind.
27:17 Love thy friend, and be faithful unto him: but if thou betrayest his secrets, follow no more after him.
27:18 For as a man hath destroyed his enemy; so hast thou lost the love of thy neighbor.
27:19 As one that letteth a bird go out of his hand, so hast thou let thy neighbour go, and shalt not get him again