¹⁰ The fear of the Lord is where wisdom begins,
    and knowing holiness^[a] demonstrates understanding.
¹¹ For because of me you will live a long life,
    and years will be added to your life.
¹² If you are wise,
    your wisdom will assist you.
If you mock,
    you alone will be held responsible.

¹⁵ The lifestyle of the fool is right in his own opinion,
    but wise is the man who listens to advice.
¹⁶ The anger of a fool becomes readily apparent,
    but the prudent person overlooks an insult.

¹⁶ Every sensible person acts from knowledge,
    but a fool demonstrates folly.

¹⁹ Fulfilled longing is sweet to the soul,
    but avoiding evil is detestable to the fool.

⁹ Fools make fun of guilt,
    but among the upright there are good intentions.

²⁴ The crown of the wise is their wealth,
    but the stupidity of fools is just that—stupidity!

²⁹ Being slow to get angry compares to great understanding
    as being quick-tempered compares to stupidity.