²⁸ A lying tongue hates those who are crushed by it,
And a flattering mouth works ^(A)ruin.

¹⁶ A ruler who lacks understanding is a great ^(A)oppressor,
But he who hates covetousness will prolong his days.

^10 (A)The bloodthirsty hate the blameless,
But the upright seek his ^[a]well-being.