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

¹⁶ Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger;
    hold it in pledge^(A) if it is done for an outsider.^(B)

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

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

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

²⁰ If someone curses their father or mother,^(G)
    their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.^(H)

²¹ An inheritance claimed too soon
    will not be blessed at the end.

²² Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!”^(I)
    Wait for the Lord, and he will avenge you.^(J)

²³ The Lord detests differing weights,
    and dishonest scales do not please him.^(K)

²⁴ A person’s steps are directed^(L) by the Lord.^(M)
    How then can anyone understand their own way?^(N)