10:19. In the multitude of words there shall not want sin: but he that refraineth his lips, is most wise.
10:20. The tongue of the just is as choice silver: but the heart of the wicked is nothing worth.
10:21. The lips of the just teach many: but they that are ignorant, shall die in the want of understanding.
10:22. The blessing of the Lord maketh men rich: neither shall affliction be joined to them.
10:23. A fool worketh mischief as it were for sport: but wisdom is prudence to a man.
10:24. That which the wicked feareth, shall come upon him: to the just their desire shall be given.
10:25. As a tempest that passeth, so the wicked shall be no more: but the just is as an everlasting foundation.
10:26. As vinegar to the teeth, and smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that sent him.
10:27. The fear of the Lord shall prolong days: and the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
10:28. The expectation of the just is joy: but the hope of the wicked shall perish.