²² Don’t repay evil for evil. Wait for the Lord to handle the matter.

²⁸ If a king is kind, honest, and fair, his kingdom stands secure.

³ A prudent man foresees the difficulties ahead and prepares for them; the simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.

¹⁰ Throw out the mocker, and you will be rid of tension, fighting, and quarrels.

¹² A sensible man watches for problems ahead and prepares to meet them. The simpleton never looks and suffers the consequences.

¹⁶ Only a stupid prince will oppress his people, but a king will have a long reign if he hates dishonesty and bribes.