1 Unfriendly people care only about themselves;
    they lash out at common sense.
2 Fools have no interest in understanding;
    they only want to air their own opinions.
3 Doing wrong leads to disgrace,
    and scandalous behavior brings contempt.
4 Wise words are like deep waters;
    wisdom flows from the wise like a bubbling brook.
5 It is not right to acquit the guilty
    or deny justice to the innocent.
6 Fools’ words get them into constant quarrels;
    they are asking for a beating.
7 The mouths of fools are their ruin;
    they trap themselves with their lips.
8 Rumors are dainty morsels
    that sink deep into one’s heart.
9 A lazy person is as bad as
    someone who destroys things.
10 The name of the Lord is a strong fortress;
    the godly run to him and are safe...