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14 ¶ Man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, and the recompense of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.

15 ¶ The way of the fool is right in his own eyes, but he that hears counsel is wise.

16 ¶ A fool’s wrath is presently known, but he who covers the injury is sane.

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14 From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things,(A)
    and the work of their hands brings them reward.(B)

15 The way of fools seems right to them,(C)
    but the wise listen to advice.(D)

16 Fools(E) show their annoyance at once,(F)
    but the prudent overlook an insult.(G)

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