²⁹ The Lord is far from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayer of the righteous.^(A)

³⁰ Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart,
    and good news gives health to the bones.^(B)

³¹ Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.^(C)

³² Those who disregard discipline despise themselves,^(D)
    but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.^(E)

³³ Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,^(F)
    and humility comes before honor.^(G)

16 To humans belong the plans of the heart,
    but from the Lord comes the proper answer of the tongue.^(H)

² All a person’s ways seem pure to them,^(I)
    but motives are weighed^(J) by the Lord.^(K)

³ Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
    and he will establish your plans.^(L)