²² Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee.

²⁸ Mercy and truth preserve the king: and his throne is upholden by mercy.

³ A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.

¹⁰ Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.

¹² A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself; but the simple pass on, and are punished.

¹⁶ The prince that wanteth understanding is also a great oppressor: but he that hateth covetousness shall prolong his days.