
4 The words of a [discreet and wise] man's mouth are like deep waters [plenteous and difficult to fathom], and the fountain of skillful and godly Wisdom is like a gushing stream [sparkling, fresh, pure, and life-giving].
6 A [self-confident] fool's lips bring contention, and his mouth invites a beating.
7 A [self-confident] fool's mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to himself.
12 Haughtiness comes before disaster, but humility before honor.
13 He who answers a matter before he hears the facts–it is folly and shame to him. [John 7:51.]
16 A man's gift makes room for him and brings him before great men. [Gen. 32:20; I Sam. 25:27; Prov. 17:8; 21:14.]
18 To cast lots puts an end to disputes and decides between powerful contenders.
22 He who finds a [true] wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. [Prov. 19:14; 31:10.]
23 The poor man uses entreaties, but the rich answers roughly.
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