Proverbs:1:20-33

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nasb @Proverbs:1:20 @Wisdom shouts in the street , She lifts her voice in the square ; nasb @Proverbs:1:21 @At the head of the noisy streets she cries out ; At the entrance of the gates in the city she utters her sayings - nasb @Proverbs:1:22 " @How long , O naive ones , will you love being simple-minded ? And scoffers delight themselves in scoffing And fools hate knowledge ? nasb @Proverbs:1:23 " @Turn to my reproof , Behold , I will pour out my spirit on you ; I will make my words known to you . nasb @Proverbs:1:24 " @Because I called and you refused , I stretched out my hand and no one paid attention ; nasb @Proverbs:1:25 @And you neglected all my counsel And did not want my reproof ; nasb @Proverbs:1:26 @I will also laugh at your calamity ; I will mock when your dread comes , nasb @Proverbs:1:27 @When your dread comes like a storm And your calamity comes like a whirlwind , When distress and anguish come upon you . nasb @Proverbs:1:28 " @Then they will call on me , but I will not answer ; They will seek me diligently but they will not find me , nasb @Proverbs:1:29 @Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:1:30 " @They would not accept my counsel , They spurned all my reproof . nasb @Proverbs:1:31 " @So they shall eat of the fruit of their own way And be satiated with their own devices . nasb @Proverbs:1:32 " @For the waywardness of the naive will kill them , And the complacency of fools will destroy them . nasb @Proverbs:1:33 " @But he who listens to me shall live securely And will be at ease from the dread of evil ." nasb @Proverbs:10:1 @The proverbs of Solomon . A wise son makes a father glad , But a foolish son is a grief to his mother . nasb @Proverbs:10:2 @Ill-gotten gains do not profit , But righteousness delivers from death . nasb @Proverbs:10:3 @The LORD will not allow the righteous to hunger , But He will reject the craving of the wicked . nasb @Proverbs:10:4 @Poor is he who works with a negligent hand , But the hand of the diligent makes rich . nasb @Proverbs:10:5 @He who gathers in summer is a son who acts wisely , But he who sleeps in harvest is a son who acts shamefully . nasb @Proverbs:10:6 @Blessings are on the head of the righteous , But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence . nasb @Proverbs:10:7 @The memory of the righteous is blessed , But the name of the wicked will rot . nasb @Proverbs:10:8 @The wise of heart will receive commands , But a babbling fool will be ruined . nasb @Proverbs:10:9 @He who walks in integrity walks securely , But he who perverts his ways will be found out . nasb @Proverbs:10:10 @He who winks the eye causes trouble , And a babbling fool will be ruined . nasb @Proverbs:10:11 @The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life , But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence . nasb @Proverbs:10:12 @Hatred stirs up strife , But love covers all transgressions . nasb @Proverbs:10:13 @On the lips of the discerning , wisdom is found , But a rod is for the back of him who lacks understanding . nasb @Proverbs:10:14 @Wise men store up knowledge , But with the mouth of the foolish , ruin is at hand . nasb @Proverbs:10:15 @The rich man 's wealth is his fortress , The ruin of the poor is their poverty . nasb @Proverbs:10:16 @The wages of the righteous is life , The income of the wicked , punishment . nasb @Proverbs:10:17 @He is on the path of life who heeds instruction , But he who ignores reproof goes astray . nasb @Proverbs:10:18 @He who conceals hatred has lying lips , And he who spreads slander is a fool . nasb @Proverbs:10:19 @When there are many words , transgression is unavoidable , But he who restrains his lips is wise . nasb @Proverbs:10:20 @The tongue of the righteous is as choice silver , The heart of the wicked is worth little . nasb @Proverbs:10:21 @The lips of the righteous feed many , But fools die for lack of understanding . nasb @Proverbs:10:22 @It is the blessing of the LORD that makes rich , And He adds no sorrow to it . nasb @Proverbs:10:23 @Doing wickedness is like sport to a fool , And so is wisdom to a man of understanding . nasb @Proverbs:10:24 @What the wicked fears will come upon him , But the desire of the righteous will be granted . nasb @Proverbs:10:25 @When the whirlwind passes , the wicked is no more , But the righteous has an everlasting foundation . nasb @Proverbs:10:26 @Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes , So is the lazy one to those who send him . nasb @Proverbs:10:27 @The fear of the LORD prolongs life , But the years of the wicked will be shortened . nasb @Proverbs:10:28 @The hope of the righteous is gladness , But the expectation of the wicked perishes . nasb @Proverbs:10:29 @The way of the LORD is a stronghold to the upright , But ruin to the workers of iniquity . nasb @Proverbs:10:30 @The righteous will never be shaken , But the wicked will not dwell in the land . nasb @Proverbs:10:31 @The mouth of the righteous flows with wisdom , But the perverted tongue will be cut out . nasb @Proverbs:10:32 @The lips of the righteous bring forth what is acceptable , But the mouth of the wicked what is perverted . nasb @Proverbs:11:1 @A false balance is an abomination to the LORD , But a just weight is His delight . nasb @Proverbs:11:2 @When pride comes , then comes dishonor , But with the humble is wisdom . nasb @Proverbs:11:3 @The integrity of the upright will guide them , But the crookedness of the treacherous will destroy them . nasb @Proverbs:11:4 @Riches do not profit in the day of wrath , But righteousness delivers from death . nasb @Proverbs:11:5 @The righteousness of the blameless will smooth his way , But the wicked will fall by his own wickedness . nasb @Proverbs:11:6 @The righteousness of the upright will deliver them , But the treacherous will be caught by their own greed . nasb @Proverbs:11:7 @When a wicked man dies , his expectation will perish , And the hope of strong men perishes . nasb @Proverbs:11:8 @The righteous is delivered from trouble , But the wicked takes his place . nasb @Proverbs:11:9 @With his mouth the godless man destroys his neighbor , But through knowledge the righteous will be delivered . nasb @Proverbs:11:10 @When it goes well with the righteous , the city rejoices , And when the wicked perish , there is joyful shouting . nasb @Proverbs:11:11 @By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted , But by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down . nasb @Proverbs:11:12 @He who despises his neighbor lacks sense , But a man of understanding keeps silent . nasb @Proverbs:11:13 @He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets , But he who is trustworthy conceals a matter . nasb @Proverbs:11:14 @Where there is no guidance the people fall , But in abundance of counselors there is victory . nasb @Proverbs:11:15 @He who is guarantor for a stranger will surely suffer for it , But he who hates being a guarantor is secure . nasb @Proverbs:11:16 @A gracious woman attains honor , And ruthless men attain riches . nasb @Proverbs:11:17 @The merciful man does himself good , But the cruel man does himself harm . nasb @Proverbs:11:18 @The wicked earns deceptive wages , But he who sows righteousness gets a true reward . nasb @Proverbs:11:19 @He who is steadfast in righteousness will attain to life , And he who pursues evil will bring about his own death . nasb @Proverbs:11:20 @The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD , But the blameless in their walk are His delight . nasb @Proverbs:11:21 @Assuredly , the evil man will not go unpunished , But the descendants of the righteous will be delivered . nasb @Proverbs:11:22 @As a ring of gold in a swine 's snout So is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion . nasb @Proverbs:11:23 @The desire of the righteous is only good , But the expectation of the wicked is wrath . nasb @Proverbs:11:24 @There is one who scatters , and yet increases all the more , And there is one who withholds what is justly due , and yet it results only in want . nasb @Proverbs:11:25 @The generous man will be prosperous , And he who waters will himself be watered . nasb @Proverbs:11:26 @He who withholds grain , the people will curse him , But blessing will be on the head of him who sells it . nasb @Proverbs:11:27 @He who diligently seeks good seeks favor , But he who seeks evil , evil will come to him . nasb @Proverbs:11:28 @He who trusts in his riches will fall , But the righteous will flourish like the green leaf . nasb @Proverbs:11:29 @He who troubles his own house will inherit wind , And the foolish will be servant to the wisehearted . nasb @Proverbs:11:30 @The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life , And he who is wise wins souls . nasb @Proverbs:11:31 @If the righteous will be rewarded in the earth , How much more the wicked and the sinner ! nasb @Proverbs:12:1 @Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge , But he who hates reproof is stupid . nasb @Proverbs:12:2 @A good man will obtain favor from the LORD , But He will condemn a man who devises evil . nasb @Proverbs:12:3 @A man will not be established by wickedness , But the root of the righteous will not be moved . nasb @Proverbs:12:4 @An excellent wife is the crown of her husband , But she who shames him is like rottenness in his bones . nasb @Proverbs:12:5 @The thoughts of the righteous are just , But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful . nasb @Proverbs:12:6 @The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood , But the mouth of the upright will deliver them . nasb @Proverbs:12:7 @The wicked are overthrown and are no more , But the house of the righteous will stand . nasb @Proverbs:12:8 @A man will be praised according to his insight , But one of perverse mind will be despised . nasb @Proverbs:12:9 @Better is he who is lightly esteemed and has a servant Than he who honors himself and lacks bread . nasb @Proverbs:12:10 @A righteous man has regard for the life of his animal , But even the compassion of the wicked is cruel . nasb @Proverbs:12:11 @He who tills his land will have plenty of bread , But he who pursues worthless things lacks sense . nasb @Proverbs:12:12 @The wicked man desires the booty of evil men , But the root of the righteous yields fruit . nasb @Proverbs:12:13 @An evil man is ensnared by the transgression of his lips , But the righteous will escape from trouble . nasb @Proverbs:12:14 @A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his words , And the deeds of a man 's hands will return to him . nasb @Proverbs:12:15 @The way of a fool is right in his own eyes , But a wise man is he who listens to counsel . nasb @Proverbs:12:16 @A fool 's anger is known at once , But a prudent man conceals dishonor . nasb @Proverbs:12:17 @He who speaks truth tells what is right , But a false witness , deceit . nasb @Proverbs:12:18 @There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword , But the tongue of the wise brings healing . nasb @Proverbs:12:19 @Truthful lips will be established forever , But a lying tongue is only for a moment . nasb @Proverbs:12:20 @Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil , But counselors of peace have joy . nasb @Proverbs:12:21 @No harm befalls the righteous , But the wicked are filled with trouble . nasb @Proverbs:12:22 @Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD , But those who deal faithfully are His delight . nasb @Proverbs:12:23 @A prudent man conceals knowledge , But the heart of fools proclaims folly . nasb @Proverbs:12:24 @The hand of the diligent will rule , But the slack hand will be put to forced labor . nasb @Proverbs:12:25 @Anxiety in a man 's heart weighs it down , But a good word makes it glad . nasb @Proverbs:12:26 @The righteous is a guide to his neighbor , But the way of the wicked leads them astray . nasb @Proverbs:12:27 @A lazy man does not roast his prey , But the precious possession of a man is diligence . nasb @Proverbs:12:28 @In the way of righteousness is life , And in its pathway there is no death . nasb @Proverbs:13:1 @A wise son accepts his father 's discipline , But a scoffer does not listen to rebuke . nasb @Proverbs:13:2 @From the fruit of a man 's mouth he enjoys good , But the desire of the treacherous is violence . nasb @Proverbs:13:3 @The one who guards his mouth preserves his life ; The one who opens wide his lips comes to ruin . nasb @Proverbs:13:4 @The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing , But the soul of the diligent is made fat . nasb @Proverbs:13:5 @A righteous man hates falsehood , But a wicked man acts disgustingly and shamefully . nasb @Proverbs:13:6 @Righteousness guards the one whose way is blameless , But wickedness subverts the sinner . nasb @Proverbs:13:7 @There is one who pretends to be rich , but has nothing ; Another pretends to be poor , but has great wealth . nasb @Proverbs:13:8 @The ransom of a man 's life is his wealth , But the poor hears no rebuke . nasb @Proverbs:13:9 @The light of the righteous rejoices , But the lamp of the wicked goes out . nasb @Proverbs:13:10 @Through insolence comes nothing but strife , But wisdom is with those who receive counsel . nasb @Proverbs:13:11 @Wealth obtained by fraud dwindles , But the one who gathers by labor increases it . nasb @Proverbs:13:12 @Hope deferred makes the heart sick , But desire fulfilled is a tree of life . nasb @Proverbs:13:13 @The one who despises the word will be in debt to it , But the one who fears the commandment will be rewarded . nasb @Proverbs:13:14 @The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life , To turn aside from the snares of death . nasb @Proverbs:13:15 @Good understanding produces favor , But the way of the treacherous is hard . nasb @Proverbs:13:16 @Every prudent man acts with knowledge , But a fool displays folly . nasb @Proverbs:13:17 @A wicked messenger falls into adversity , But a faithful envoy brings healing . nasb @Proverbs:13:18 @Poverty and shame will come to him who neglects discipline , But he who regards reproof will be honored . nasb @Proverbs:13:19 @Desire realized is sweet to the soul , But it is an abomination to fools to turn away from evil . nasb @Proverbs:13:20 @He who walks with wise men will be wise , But the companion of fools will suffer harm . nasb @Proverbs:13:21 @Adversity pursues sinners , But the righteous will be rewarded with prosperity . nasb @Proverbs:13:22 @A good man leaves an inheritance to his children 's children , And the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous . nasb @Proverbs:13:23 @Abundant food is in the fallow ground of the poor , But it is swept away by injustice . nasb @Proverbs:13:24 @He who withholds his rod hates his son , But he who loves him disciplines him diligently . nasb @Proverbs:13:25 @The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite , But the stomach of the wicked is in need . nasb @Proverbs:14:1 @The wise woman builds her house , But the foolish tears it down with her own hands . nasb @Proverbs:14:2 @He who walks in his uprightness fears the LORD , But he who is devious in his ways despises Him . nasb @Proverbs:14:3 @In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for his back , But the lips of the wise will protect them . nasb @Proverbs:14:4 @Where no oxen are , the manger is clean , But much revenue comes by the strength of the ox . nasb @Proverbs:14:5 @A trustworthy witness will not lie , But a false witness utters lies . nasb @Proverbs:14:6 @A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none , But knowledge is easy to one who has understanding . nasb @Proverbs:14:7 @Leave the presence of a fool , Or you will not discern words of knowledge . nasb @Proverbs:14:8 @The wisdom of the sensible is to understand his way , But the foolishness of fools is deceit . nasb @Proverbs:14:9 @Fools mock at sin , But among the upright there is good will . nasb @Proverbs:14:10 @The heart knows its own bitterness , And a stranger does not share its joy . nasb @Proverbs:14:11 @The house of the wicked will be destroyed , But the tent of the upright will flourish . nasb @Proverbs:14:12 @There is a way which seems right to a man , But its end is the way of death . nasb @Proverbs:14:13 @Even in laughter the heart may be in pain , And the end of joy may be grief . nasb @Proverbs:14:14 @The backslider in heart will have his fill of his own ways , But a good man will be satisfied with his . nasb @Proverbs:14:15 @The naive believes everything , But the sensible man considers his steps . nasb @Proverbs:14:16 @A wise man is cautious and turns away from evil , But a fool is arrogant and careless . nasb @Proverbs:14:17 @A quick-tempered man acts foolishly , And a man of evil devices is hated . nasb @Proverbs:14:18 @The naive inherit foolishness , But the sensible are crowned with knowledge . nasb @Proverbs:14:19 @The evil will bow down before the good , And the wicked at the gates of the righteous . nasb @Proverbs:14:20 @The poor is hated even by his neighbor , But those who love the rich are many . nasb @Proverbs:14:21 @He who despises his neighbor sins , But happy is he who is gracious to the poor . nasb @Proverbs:14:22 @Will they not go astray who devise evil ? But kindness and truth will be to those who devise good . nasb @Proverbs:14:23 @In all labor there is profit , But mere talk leads only to poverty . nasb @Proverbs:14:24 @The crown of the wise is their riches , But the folly of fools is foolishness . nasb @Proverbs:14:25 @A truthful witness saves lives , But he who utters lies is treacherous . nasb @Proverbs:14:26 @In the fear of the LORD there is strong confidence , And his children will have refuge . nasb @Proverbs:14:27 @The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life , That one may avoid the snares of death . nasb @Proverbs:14:28 @In a multitude of people is a king 's glory , But in the dearth of people is a prince 's ruin . nasb @Proverbs:14:29 @He who is slow to anger has great understanding , But he who is quick-tempered exalts folly . nasb @Proverbs:14:30 @A tranquil heart is life to the body , But passion is rottenness to the bones . nasb @Proverbs:14:31 @He who oppresses the poor taunts his Maker , But he who is gracious to the needy honors Him . nasb @Proverbs:14:32 @The wicked is thrust down by his wrongdoing , But the righteous has a refuge when he dies . nasb @Proverbs:14:33 @Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding , But in the hearts of fools it is made known . nasb @Proverbs:14:34 @Righteousness exalts a nation , But sin is a disgrace to any people . nasb @Proverbs:14:35 @The king 's favor is toward a servant who acts wisely , But his anger is toward him who acts shamefully . nasb @Proverbs:15:1 @A gentle answer turns away wrath , But a harsh word stirs up anger . nasb @Proverbs:15:2 @The tongue of the wise makes knowledge acceptable , But the mouth of fools spouts folly . nasb @Proverbs:15:3 @The eyes of the LORD are in every place , Watching the evil and the good . nasb @Proverbs:15:4 @A soothing tongue is a tree of life , But perversion in it crushes the spirit . nasb @Proverbs:15:5 @A fool rejects his father 's discipline , But he who regards reproof is sensible . nasb @Proverbs:15:6 @Great wealth is in the house of the righteous , But trouble is in the income of the wicked . nasb @Proverbs:15:7 @The lips of the wise spread knowledge , But the hearts of fools are not so . nasb @Proverbs:15:8 @The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD , But the prayer of the upright is His delight . nasb @Proverbs:15:9 @The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD , But He loves one who pursues righteousness . nasb @Proverbs:15:10 @Grievous punishment is for him who forsakes the way ; He who hates reproof will die . nasb @Proverbs:15:11 @Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD , How much more the hearts of men ! nasb @Proverbs:15:12 @A scoffer does not love one who reproves him , He will not go to the wise . nasb @Proverbs:15:13 @A joyful heart makes a cheerful face , But when the heart is sad , the spirit is broken . nasb @Proverbs:15:14 @The mind of the intelligent seeks knowledge , But the mouth of fools feeds on folly . nasb @Proverbs:15:15 @All the days of the afflicted are bad , But a cheerful heart has a continual feast . nasb @Proverbs:15:16 @Better is a little with the fear of the LORD Than great treasure and turmoil with it . nasb @Proverbs:15:17 @Better is a dish of vegetables where love is Than a fattened ox served with hatred . nasb @Proverbs:15:18 @A hot-tempered man stirs up strife , But the slow to anger calms a dispute . nasb @Proverbs:15:19 @The way of the lazy is as a hedge of thorns , But the path of the upright is a highway . nasb @Proverbs:15:20 @A wise son makes a father glad , But a foolish man despises his mother . nasb @Proverbs:15:21 @Folly is joy to him who lacks sense , But a man of understanding walks straight . nasb @Proverbs:15:22 @Without consultation , plans are frustrated , But with many counselors they succeed . nasb @Proverbs:15:23 @A man has joy in an apt answer , And how delightful is a timely word ! nasb @Proverbs:15:24 @The path of life leads upward for the wise That he may keep away from Sheol below . nasb @Proverbs:15:25 @The LORD will tear down the house of the proud , But He will establish the boundary of the widow . nasb @Proverbs:15:26 @Evil plans are an abomination to the LORD , But pleasant words are pure . nasb @Proverbs:15:27 @He who profits illicitly troubles his own house , But he who hates bribes will live . nasb @Proverbs:15:28 @The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer , But the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things . nasb @Proverbs:15:29 @The LORD is far from the wicked , But He hears the prayer of the righteous . nasb @Proverbs:15:30 @Bright eyes gladden the heart ; Good news puts fat on the bones . nasb @Proverbs:15:31 @He whose ear listens to the life-giving reproof Will dwell among the wise . nasb @Proverbs:15:32 @He who neglects discipline despises himself , But he who listens to reproof acquires understanding . nasb @Proverbs:15:33 @The fear of the LORD is the instruction for wisdom , And before honor comes humility . nasb @Proverbs:16:1 @The plans of the heart belong to man , But the answer of the tongue is from the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:16:2 @All the ways of a man are clean in his own sight , But the LORD weighs the motives . nasb @Proverbs:16:3 @Commit your works to the LORD And your plans will be established . nasb @Proverbs:16:4 @The LORD has made everything for its own purpose , Even the wicked for the day of evil . nasb @Proverbs:16:5 @Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD ; Assuredly , he will not be unpunished . nasb @Proverbs:16:6 @By lovingkindness and truth iniquity is atoned for , And by the fear of the LORD one keeps away from evil . nasb @Proverbs:16:7 @When a man 's ways are pleasing to the LORD , He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him . nasb @Proverbs:16:8 @Better is a little with righteousness Than great income with injustice . nasb @Proverbs:16:9 @The mind of man plans his way , But the LORD directs his steps . nasb @Proverbs:16:10 @A divine decision is in the lips of the king ; His mouth should not err in judgment . nasb @Proverbs:16:11 @A just balance and scales belong to the LORD ; All the weights of the bag are His concern . nasb @Proverbs:16:12 @It is an abomination for kings to commit wicked acts , For a throne is established on righteousness . nasb @Proverbs:16:13 @Righteous lips are the delight of kings , And he who speaks right is loved . nasb @Proverbs:16:14 @The fury of a king is like messengers of death , But a wise man will appease it . nasb @Proverbs:16:15 @In the light of a king 's face is life , And his favor is like a cloud with the spring rain . nasb @Proverbs:16:16 @How much better it is to get wisdom than gold ! And to get understanding is to be chosen above silver . nasb @Proverbs:16:17 @The highway of the upright is to depart from evil ; He who watches his way preserves his life . nasb @Proverbs:16:18 @Pride goes before destruction , And a haughty spirit before stumbling . nasb @Proverbs:16:19 @It is better to be humble in spirit with the lowly Than to divide the spoil with the proud . nasb @Proverbs:16:20 @He who gives attention to the word will find good , And blessed is he who trusts in the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:16:21 @The wise in heart will be called understanding , And sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness . nasb @Proverbs:16:22 @Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it , But the discipline of fools is folly . nasb @Proverbs:16:23 @The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips . nasb @Proverbs:16:24 @Pleasant words are a honeycomb , Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones . nasb @Proverbs:16:25 @There is a way which seems right to a man , But its end is the way of death . nasb @Proverbs:16:26 @A worker 's appetite works for him , For his hunger urges him on . nasb @Proverbs:16:27 @A worthless man digs up evil , While his words are like scorching fire . nasb @Proverbs:16:28 @A perverse man spreads strife , And a slanderer separates intimate friends . nasb @Proverbs:16:29 @A man of violence entices his neighbor And leads him in a way that is not good . nasb @Proverbs:16:30 @He who winks his eyes does so to devise perverse things ; He who compresses his lips brings evil to pass . nasb @Proverbs:16:31 @A gray head is a crown of glory ; It is found in the way of righteousness . nasb @Proverbs:16:32 @He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty , And he who rules his spirit , than he who captures a city . nasb @Proverbs:16:33 @The lot is cast into the lap , But its every decision is from the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:17:1 @Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife . nasb @Proverbs:17:2 @A servant who acts wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully , And will share in the inheritance among brothers . nasb @Proverbs:17:3 @The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold , But the LORD tests hearts . nasb @Proverbs:17:4 @An evildoer listens to wicked lips ; A liar pays attention to a destructive tongue . nasb @Proverbs:17:5 @He who mocks the poor taunts his Maker ; He who rejoices at calamity will not go unpunished . nasb @Proverbs:17:6 @Grandchildren are the crown of old men , And the glory of sons is their fathers . nasb @Proverbs:17:7 @Excellent speech is not fitting for a fool , Much less are lying lips to a prince . nasb @Proverbs:17:8 @A bribe is a charm in the sight of its owner ; Wherever he turns , he prospers . nasb @Proverbs:17:9 @He who conceals a transgression seeks love , But he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends . nasb @Proverbs:17:10 @A rebuke goes deeper into one who has understanding Than a hundred blows into a fool . nasb @Proverbs:17:11 @A rebellious man seeks only evil , So a cruel messenger will be sent against him . nasb @Proverbs:17:12 @Let a man meet a bear robbed of her cubs , Rather than a fool in his folly . nasb @Proverbs:17:13 @He who returns evil for good , Evil will not depart from his house . nasb @Proverbs:17:14 @The beginning of strife is like letting out water , So abandon the quarrel before it breaks out . nasb @Proverbs:17:15 @He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous , Both of them alike are an abomination to the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:17:16 @Why is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom , When he has no sense ? nasb @Proverbs:17:17 @A friend loves at all times , And a brother is born for adversity . nasb @Proverbs:17:18 @A man lacking in sense pledges And becomes guarantor in the presence of his neighbor . nasb @Proverbs:17:19 @He who loves transgression loves strife ; He who raises his door seeks destruction . nasb @Proverbs:17:20 @He who has a crooked mind finds no good , And he who is perverted in his language falls into evil . nasb @Proverbs:17:21 @He who sires a fool does so to his sorrow , And the father of a fool has no joy . nasb @Proverbs:17:22 @A joyful heart is good medicine , But a broken spirit dries up the bones . nasb @Proverbs:17:23 @A wicked man receives a bribe from the bosom To pervert the ways of justice . nasb @Proverbs:17:24 @Wisdom is in the presence of the one who has understanding , But the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth . nasb @Proverbs:17:25 @A foolish son is a grief to his father And bitterness to her who bore him . nasb @Proverbs:17:26 @It is also not good to fine the righteous , Nor to strike the noble for their uprightness . nasb @Proverbs:17:27 @He who restrains his words has knowledge , And he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding . nasb @Proverbs:17:28 @Even a fool , when he keeps silent , is considered wise ; When he closes his lips , he is considered prudent . nasb @Proverbs:18:1 @He who separates himself seeks his own desire , He quarrels against all sound wisdom . nasb @Proverbs:18:2 @A fool does not delight in understanding , But only in revealing his own mind . nasb @Proverbs:18:3 @When a wicked man comes , contempt also comes , And with dishonor comes scorn . nasb @Proverbs:18:4 @The words of a man 's mouth are deep waters ; The fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook . nasb @Proverbs:18:5 @To show partiality to the wicked is not good , Nor to thrust aside the righteous in judgment . nasb @Proverbs:18:6 @A fool 's lips bring strife , And his mouth calls for blows . nasb @Proverbs:18:7 @A fool 's mouth is his ruin , And his lips are the snare of his soul . nasb @Proverbs:18:8 @The words of a whisperer are like dainty morsels , And they go down into the innermost parts of the body . nasb @Proverbs:18:9 @He also who is slack in his work Is brother to him who destroys . nasb @Proverbs:18:10 @The name of the LORD is a strong tower ; The righteous runs into it and is safe . nasb @Proverbs:18:11 @A rich man 's wealth is his strong city , And like a high wall in his own imagination . nasb @Proverbs:18:12 @Before destruction the heart of man is haughty , But humility goes before honor . nasb @Proverbs:18:13 @He who gives an answer before he hears , It is folly and shame to him . nasb @Proverbs:18:14 @The spirit of a man can endure his sickness , But as for a broken spirit who can bear it ? nasb @Proverbs:18:15 @The mind of the prudent acquires knowledge , And the ear of the wise seeks knowledge . nasb @Proverbs:18:16 @A man 's gift makes room for him And brings him before great men . nasb @Proverbs:18:17 @The first to plead his case seems right , Until another comes and examines him . nasb @Proverbs:18:18 @The cast lot puts an end to strife And decides between the mighty ones . nasb @Proverbs:18:19 @A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city , And contentions are like the bars of a citadel . nasb @Proverbs:18:20 @With the fruit of a man 's mouth his stomach will be satisfied ; He will be satisfied with the product of his lips . nasb @Proverbs:18:21 @Death and life are in the power of the tongue , And those who love it will eat its fruit . nasb @Proverbs:18:22 @He who finds a wife finds a good thing And obtains favor from the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:18:23 @The poor man utters supplications , But the rich man answers roughly . nasb @Proverbs:18:24 @A man of too many friends comes to ruin , But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother . nasb @Proverbs:19:1 @Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity Than he who is perverse in speech and is a fool . nasb @Proverbs:19:2 @Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge , And he who hurries his footsteps errs . nasb @Proverbs:19:3 @The foolishness of man ruins his way , And his heart rages against the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:19:4 @Wealth adds many friends , But a poor man is separated from his friend . nasb @Proverbs:19:5 @A false witness will not go unpunished , And he who tells lies will not escape . nasb @Proverbs:19:6 @Many will seek the favor of a generous man , And every man is a friend to him who gives gifts . nasb @Proverbs:19:7 @All the brothers of a poor man hate him ; How much more do his friends abandon him ! He pursues them with words , but they are gone . nasb @Proverbs:19:8 @He who gets wisdom loves his own soul ; He who keeps understanding will find good . nasb @Proverbs:19:9 @A false witness will not go unpunished , And he who tells lies will perish . nasb @Proverbs:19:10 @Luxury is not fitting for a fool ; Much less for a slave to rule over princes . nasb @Proverbs:19:11 @A man 's discretion makes him slow to anger , And it is his glory to overlook a transgression . nasb @Proverbs:19:12 @The king 's wrath is like the roaring of a lion , But his favor is like dew on the grass . nasb @Proverbs:19:13 @A foolish son is destruction to his father , And the contentions of a wife are a constant dripping . nasb @Proverbs:19:14 @House and wealth are an inheritance from fathers , But a prudent wife is from the LORD . nasb @Proverbs:19:15 @Laziness casts into a deep sleep , And an idle man will suffer hunger . nasb @Proverbs:19:16 @He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul , But he who is careless of conduct will die . nasb @Proverbs:19:17 @One who is gracious to a poor man lends to the LORD , And He will repay him for his good deed . nasb @Proverbs:19:18 @Discipline your son while there is hope , And do not desire his death . nasb @Proverbs:19:19 @A man of great anger will bear the penalty , For if you rescue him , you will only have to do it again . nasb @Proverbs:19:20 @Listen to counsel and accept discipline , That you may be wise the rest of your days . nasb @Proverbs:19:21 @Many plans are in a man 's heart , But the counsel of the LORD will stand . nasb @Proverbs:19:22 @What is desirable in a man is his kindness , And it is better to be a poor man than a liar . nasb @Proverbs:19:23 @The fear of the LORD leads to life , So that one may sleep satisfied , untouched by evil . nasb @Proverbs:19:24 @The sluggard buries his hand in the dish , But will not even bring it back to his mouth . nasb @Proverbs:19:25 @Strike a scoffer and the naive may become shrewd , But reprove one who has understanding and he will gain knowledge . nasb @Proverbs:19:26 @He who assaults his father and drives his mother away Is a shameful and disgraceful son . nasb @Proverbs:19:27 @Cease listening , my son , to discipline , And you will stray from the words of knowledge . nasb @Proverbs:19:28 @A rascally witness makes a mockery of justice , And the mouth of the wicked spreads iniquity . nasb @Proverbs:19:29 @Judgments are prepared for scoffers , And blows for the back of fools .

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