²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth,
    and adds learning to his lips.
²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb,
    sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief.
    His speech is like a scorching fire.

⁵ Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker.
    He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

⁷ Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool,
    much less do lying lips fit a prince.