Proverbs:10:1-22:16
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.