²¹ Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom, But a man of understanding keeps his way straight.

²³ It is a fool's pleasure to do wickedness, But wisdom is a man of understanding's pleasure.

¹⁵ Therefore watch carefully how you walk, not as unwise, but as wise;

²⁸ To man he said, 'Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom. To depart from evil is understanding.'"

¹⁰ The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!

¹² One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, But a man of understanding holds his peace.

⁹ Fools mock at making atonement for sins, But among the upright there is good will.

¹⁶ A wise man fears, and shuns evil, But the fool is hotheaded and reckless.

¹⁸ Like a madman who shoots firebrands, arrows, and death,

¹⁹ Is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, "Am I not joking?"

¹³ Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by his good conduct that his deeds are done in gentleness of wisdom.