11 An evil man seeks only rebellion;
Therefore a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

12 Let a man meet ^aa bear robbed of her cubs,
Rather than a fool in his folly. ‡

14 The beginning of strife is like releasing water;
Therefore ^astop contention before a quarrel starts. ‡

15 ^aHe who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the just,
Both of them alike are an abomination to the Lord. ‡