The wicked flee when no one pursues , but the righteous are as bold as a lion.
A land in rebellion has many rulers , but a man of understanding (and) knowledge vvv maintains order.
A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.
Those who forsake the law praise the wicked , but those who keep the law resist
Evil men do not understand justice , but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully.
Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways ... are perverse.
A discerning son keeps the law , but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.
He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.
Whoever turns his ear {away} from hearing the law , even his prayer is detestable.
He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit , but the blameless will inherit what is good.
A rich man is wise in his own eyes , but a poor man with discernment sees through him.
When the righteous triumph , there is great glory , but when the wicked rise , men hide themselves.
He who conceals his sins will not prosper , but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.
Blessed (is) the man who is always reverent , but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.
Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
A leader who lacks judgment (is) also a great oppressor , but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong (his) days.
A man burdened by bloodguilt ... will flee into the Pit ; let no one support
He who walks with integrity will be kept safe , but whoever is perverse (in his) ways will suddenly fall.
The one who works his land will have plenty of food , but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.
A faithful man will abound with blessings , but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished.
To show partiality ... (is) not good , yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.
A stingy ... man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him.
He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue.
He who robs his father or mother , saying , “ It is not wrong , ” is a companion ... to the man who destroys.
A greedy man ... stirs up strife , but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.
He who trusts in himself ... is a fool , but one who walks in wisdom ... will be safe.
Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need , but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.
When the wicked come to power , people hide themselves ; but when they perish , the righteous flourish.