³ A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride,^(A)
    but the lips of the wise protect them.^(B)

⁸ The wisdom of the prudent is to give thought to their ways,^(A)
    but the folly of fools is deception.^(B)

¹⁵ The simple believe anything,
    but the prudent give thought to their steps.^(A)

¹⁶ The wise fear the Lord and shun evil,^(B)
    but a fool^(C) is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

¹⁸ The simple inherit folly,
    but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.

²⁴ The wealth of the wise is their crown,
    but the folly of fools yields folly.^(A)