³ It is to one’s honor to avoid strife,
    but every fool^(A) is quick to quarrel.^(B)

⁶ Many claim to have unfailing love,
    but a faithful person who can find?^(A)

⁷ The righteous lead blameless lives;^(B)
    blessed are their children after them.^(C)

⁹ Who can say, “I have kept my heart pure;^(A)
    I am clean and without sin”?^(B)

¹⁹ A gossip betrays a confidence;^(A)
    so avoid anyone who talks too much.

²⁰ If someone curses their father or mother,^(B)
    their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.^(C)

²² Do not say, “I’ll pay you back for this wrong!”^(A)
    Wait for the Lord, and he will avenge you.^(B)