Ireneus (Orda)
A discerning individual brings joy to their parents, and when that individual is a ruler, they bring honor to their nation; however, a sycophant merely misleads those around him, while a rogue stirs up anger within the community. Even a wise person who partners with a fool cannot find tranquility and is often despised by the wicked. The integrity or corruption of a leader directly impacts those closest to him and influences the well-being of his citizens; similarly, quality instruction shapes the future of a child, and discipline dictates the conduct of a servant. It is obvious that the unrighteous spread strife, undermine themselves, and harbor hatred for their own being, whereas the righteous receive honor and are safeguarded by the Lord. Just as the path of the wicked is detestable to the virtuous, so too do the unjust harbor animosity towards the righteous.