¹⁶ Whoever strays from the path of prudence
    comes to rest in the company of the dead.^(A)

¹⁸ The wicked become a ransom^(A) for the righteous,
    and the unfaithful for the upright.

²¹ Whoever pursues righteousness and love
    finds life, prosperity^[a](A) and honor.^(B)

²⁷ The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable^(A)—
    how much more so when brought with evil intent!^(B)

⁸ Whoever sows injustice reaps calamity,^(A)
    and the rod they wield in fury will be broken.^(B)