25. Strike a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.
26. He who does violence to his father and chases away his motheris a son who brings shame and reproach.
27. Cease to hear instruction, my son, and you will stray from the words of knowledge.
28. A worthless witness mocks at justice,and the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity.
29. Condemnation is ready for scoffers,and beating for the backs of fools.