22 Unjust wrath can never be justified,

for his wrath tips the scale to his downfall.

23 A man that is patient will resist for a season,

and afterward gladness will spring up to him.

24 He will hide his words until the right moment,

and the lips of many will tell of his understanding.

25 A wise saying is in the treasures of wisdom;

but godliness is an abomination to a sinner.

26 If you desire wisdom, keep the commandments

and the master will give her to you freely;

27 for the fear of the master is wisdom and instruction.

Faith and humility are his good pleasure.

28 Don’t disobey the fear of the master.

Don’t come to him with a double heart.

29 Don’t be a hypocrite in men’s sight.

Keep watch over your lips.

30 Don’t exalt yourself,

lest you fall and bring dishonour upon your soul.

The master will reveal your secrets

and will throw you down in the midst of the congregation,

because you didn’t come to the fear of the master

and your heart was full of deceit.