2 The rich and the poor meet together (are alike) (have a common bond) for Jehovah created them both.
3 A prudent man sees evil and takes refuge. The simple (fool) (inexperienced) keep going and suffers.
5 Thorns and snares are in the way of the wicked. He who guards his life will stay far away from them.
14 The mouth of the adulterous is a deep pit. The one who is cursed by Jehovah will fall into it.
15 Foolishness is bound in the heart of a child. The rod of discipline (instruction) will drive it far from him.
16 He who gets ahead by oppressing the poor and giving to the rich will certainly suffer loss.
17 Incline your ear and listen to the words of the wise. Apply your heart and mind to my knowledge.
18 It is pleasant that you keep them within you. They will be firmly established on you lips.
19 Your trust may be in Jehovah. I taught you today, even you.
20 Have I not written to you excellent things in counsel and knowledge?
21 I make you know the certainty of the words of truth. And you will answer the words of truth to those who speak to you.
22 Do not rob the poor because he is poor, or crush the afflicted at the gate.
23 Jehovah will plead their cause and take the life of those who rob them.
24 Do not befriend an angry man. Do not associate with a man who throws fits.
25 If you do you will learn his ways and you will become trapped.