7:3 They are determined to be experts at doing evil; 1
government officials and judges take bribes, 2
prominent men make demands,
and they all do what is necessary to satisfy them. 3
7:4 The best of them is like a thorn;
the most godly among them are more dangerous than a row of thorn bushes. 4
The day you try to avoid by posting watchmen –
your appointed time of punishment – is on the way, 5
and then you will experience confusion. 6
7:5 Do not rely on a friend;
do not trust a companion!
Don’t even share secrets with the one who lies in your arms! 7