²⁶ Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,^(A)
    and for their children it will be a refuge.^(B)

²⁷ The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,^(C)
    turning a person from the snares of death.^(D)

²⁸ A large population is a king’s glory,
    but without subjects a prince is ruined.^(E)

²⁹ Whoever is patient has great understanding,^(F)
    but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.^(G)

³⁰ A heart at peace gives life to the body,
    but envy rots the bones.^(H)

³¹ Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,^(I)
    but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.^(J)

³² When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down,^(K)
    but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.^(L)

³³ Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning^(M)
    and even among fools she lets herself be known.^[a]

³⁴ Righteousness exalts a nation,^(N)
    but sin condemns any people.

³⁵ A king delights in a wise servant,
    but a shameful servant arouses his fury.^(O)