Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put their trust in him.

When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn.

For the transgression of a land many are the princes thereof: but by a man of understanding and knowledge the state thereof shall be prolonged.

Be thou diligent to know the state of thy flocks, and look well to thy herds.

He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.

As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters.

Be not thou envious against evil men, neither desire to be with them.

Speak not in the ears of a fool: for he will despise the wisdom of thy words.

A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.

The way of man is froward and strange: but as for the pure, his work is right.