Proverbs 28:12-20

12When the righteous rejoice, great is the glory, but when the wicked rise to power, people are sought out.

13The one who covers his transgressions will not prosper, but whoever confesses them and forsakes them will find mercy.

14Blessed is the one who is always cautious, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into evil.

15Like a roaring lion or a roving bear, so is a wicked ruler over a poor people.

16The prince who is a great oppressor lacks wisdom, but the one who hates unjust gain will prolong his days.

17The one who is tormented by the murder of another will flee to the pit; let no one support him.

18The one who walks blamelessly will be delivered, but whoever is perverse in his ways will fall at once.

19The one who works his land will be satisfied with food, but whoever chases daydreams will have his fill of poverty.

20A faithful person will have an abundance of blessings, but the one who hastens to gain riches will not go unpunished.