22 a bUnrighteous wrathb cannot be justified,

For the wrathc. of his anger (will prove) his ruin.

23 He that is patient dcontrolleth himselfd until the (proper) time,

And afterwards joy springeth up for him.

24 He suppresseth his words until the (proper) time,

And (then) shall the lips of manye tell forth his understanding.

25 In the treasures of Wisdom (there are) wise proverbsf;

But godliness is an abomination to sinnersg.

G 26 If thou desire Wisdom, keep the commandmentsh,

And the Lord will give her freely unto thee.

27 For the fear of the Lord is wisdom and instruction,

And faith and meekness are iwell-pleasing unto Himik.

28 My sonl, disobey notm the fear of the Lordn,

And approach it not with a double heart.

29 Be not a hypocrite in o the sight of omen,

And take good heed to thy lips.

30 Exalt not thyself lest thou fall,

And bring disgrace upon thyselfp,

And the Lord revealq thy hidden (thoughts),

And cast thee down in the midst of the assembly,

Because thou camest notr unto the fear of the Lord,

And thy heart was full of deceits.

(d) 2:1–6. On Faithfulness to God and Resignation to His Will

(= 3 + 3 distichs).