A wise son brings joy to his father,^(C)
    but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.

⁸ The wise in heart accept commands,
    but a chattering fool comes to ruin.^(A)

¹⁴ The wise store up knowledge,^(A)
    but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.^(B)

²³ A fool finds pleasure in wicked schemes,^(A)
    but a person of understanding delights in wisdom.

³² The lips of the righteous know what finds favor,^(A)
    but the mouth of the wicked only what is perverse.^(B)

¹⁵ The way of fools seems right to them,^(A)
    but the wise listen to advice.^(B)

²⁰ Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
    but those who promote peace have joy.^(A)

²⁰ Walk with the wise and become wise,
    for a companion of fools suffers harm.^(A)

14 The wise woman builds her house,^(A)
    but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.