Solomon described the ways of the wicked and the ways of the righteous. The way of the wicked lead to death. The way of the righteous are upright and lead to knowledge and life. The tongue of the evil man tells lies and seeks to do evil to others. The tongue of the righteous man is kind and upright. A man is known by others according to his acts. Solomon gave instruction for a life of blessings and honor among others and before God. The ways of the righteous will not be ensnared by the wicked. They are led by God and are blessed by Him.