[13] Whoever scorns instruction will pay for it, but whoever respects a command is rewarded. [14] The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning a person from the snares of death. [15] Good judgment wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful leads to their destruction. [16] All who are prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly. [17] A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a trustworthy envoy brings healing. [18] Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored. [19] A longing fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but fools detest turning from evil. [20] Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. [21] Trouble pursues the sinner, but the righteous are rewarded with good things. [22] A good person leaves an inheritance for their children’s children, but a sinner’s wealth is stored up for the righteous. [23] An unplowed field produces food for the poor, but injustice sweeps it away. [24] Whoever spares the rod hates their children, but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them. [25] The righteous eat to their hearts’ content, but the stomach of the wicked goes hungry.
