¹⁵ The simple believe everything,
    but the clever consider their steps.
¹⁶ The wise are cautious and turn away from evil,
    but the fool throws off restraint and is careless.^(A)

²⁴ The crown of the wise is their wealth,
    but folly is the garland^[a] of fools.
²⁵ A truthful witness saves lives,
    but one who utters lies is a betrayer.^(A)