⁵ They are not in trouble as others are; they have no part in the unhappy fate of men.

¹² Truly, such are the sinners; they do well at all times, and their wealth is increased.

⁹ Their houses are free from fear, and the rod of God does not come on them.

¹ You are in the right, O Lord, when I put my cause before you: still let me take up with you the question of your decisions: why does the evil-doer do well? why are the workers of deceit living in comfort?

² They have been planted by you, they have taken root; they go on and give fruit: you are near in their mouths but far from their thoughts.

⁶ At the very thought of it my flesh is shaking with fear.

¹¹ My son, do not make your heart hard against the Lord's teaching; do not be made angry by his training:

¹² For to those who are dear to him the Lord says sharp words, and makes the son in whom he has delight undergo pain.

³² But if punishment does come, it is sent by the Lord, so that we may be safe when the world is judged.

⁸ But if you have not that punishment of which we all have our part, then you are not true sons, but children of shame.

¹⁹ To all those who are dear to me, I give sharp words and punishment: then with all your heart have sorrow for your evil ways.