Righteousness exalteth a nation: But sin is a reproach to any people.
For the LORD brought Judah low because of Ahaz king of Israel; for he had dealt wantonly in Judah, and trespassed sore against the LORD.
A fruitful land into a salt desert, For the wickedness of them that dwell therein.
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: But that which is in the inward part of fools is made known.
The king's favour is toward a servant that dealeth wisely: But his wrath shall be against him that causeth shame.
The king by judgement establisheth the land: But he that exacteth gifts overthroweth it.
When Ephraim spake, there was trembling; he exalted himself in Israel: but when he offended in Baal, he died.