²⁰ Wise words satisfy like a good meal;
    the right words bring satisfaction.

¹¹ Timely advice is lovely,
    like golden apples in a silver basket.

¹² To one who listens, valid criticism
    is like a gold earring or other gold jewelry.

¹³ The wicked are trapped by their own words,
    but the godly escape such trouble.

¹⁴ Wise words bring many benefits,
    and hard work brings rewards.

² Wise words will win you a good meal,
    but treacherous people have an appetite for violence.