Nuggets of Wisdom

16 A tyrannical ruler practices extortion, but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.

15 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.

14 Blessed is the one who always trembles before God, but whoever hardens their heart falls into trouble.

13 Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.

11 The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.

10 Whoever leads the upright along an evil path will fall into their own trap, but the blameless will receive a good inheritance.

9 If anyone turns a deaf ear to my instruction, even their prayers are detestable.