20 Wine^(A) is a mocker^(B) and beer a brawler;
    whoever is led astray^(C) by them is not wise.^(D)

² A king’s wrath strikes terror like the roar of a lion;^(A)
    those who anger him forfeit their lives.^(B)

³ It is to one’s honor to avoid strife,
    but every fool^(A) is quick to quarrel.^(B)

⁷ The righteous lead blameless lives;^(A)
    blessed are their children after them.^(B)

¹³ Do not love sleep or you will grow poor;^(A)
    stay awake and you will have food to spare.

¹⁵ Gold there is, and rubies in abundance,
    but lips that speak knowledge are a rare jewel.

¹⁷ Food gained by fraud tastes sweet,^(A)
    but one ends up with a mouth full of gravel.^(B)

¹⁸ Plans are established by seeking advice;
    so if you wage war, obtain guidance.^(A)

¹⁹ A gossip betrays a confidence;^(A)
    so avoid anyone who talks too much.