Proverbs:10:1-22:16
rsv@Proverbs:10:1 @ The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is a sorrow to his mother.
rsv@Proverbs:10:2 @ Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death.
rsv@Proverbs:10:3 @ The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked.
rsv@Proverbs:10:4 @ A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich.
rsv@Proverbs:10:5 @ A son who gathers in summer is prudent, but a son who sleeps in harvest brings shame.
rsv@Proverbs:10:6 @ Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
rsv@Proverbs:10:7 @ The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.
rsv@Proverbs:10:8 @ The wise of heart will heed commandments, but a prating fool will come to ruin.
rsv@Proverbs:10:9 @ He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out.
rsv@Proverbs:10:10 @ He who winks the eye causes trouble, but he who boldly reproves makes peace.
rsv@Proverbs:10:11 @ The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
rsv@Proverbs:10:12 @ Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all offenses.
rsv@Proverbs:10:13 @ On the lips of him who has understanding wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks sense.
rsv@Proverbs:10:14 @ Wise men lay up knowledge, but the babbling of a fool brings ruin near.
rsv@Proverbs:10:15 @ A rich man's wealth is his strong city; the poverty of the poor is their ruin.
rsv@Proverbs:10:16 @ The wage of the righteous leads to life, the gain of the wicked to sin.
rsv@Proverbs:10:17 @ He who heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who rejects reproof goes astray.
rsv@Proverbs:10:18 @ He who conceals hatred has lying lips, and he who utters slander is a fool.
rsv@Proverbs:10:19 @ When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is prudent.
rsv@Proverbs:10:20 @ The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; the mind of the wicked is of little worth.
rsv@Proverbs:10:21 @ The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of sense.
rsv@Proverbs:10:22 @ The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.
rsv@Proverbs:10:23 @ It is like sport to a fool to do wrong, but wise conduct is pleasure to a man of understanding.
rsv@Proverbs:10:24 @ What the wicked dreads will come upon him, but the desire of the righteous will be granted.
rsv@Proverbs:10:25 @ When the tempest passes, the wicked is no more, but the righteous is established for ever.
rsv@Proverbs:10:26 @ Like vinegar to the teeth, and smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to those who send him.
rsv@Proverbs:10:27 @ The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be short.
rsv@Proverbs:10:28 @ The hope of the righteous ends in gladness, but the expectation of the wicked comes to nought.
rsv@Proverbs:10:29 @ The LORD is a stronghold to him whose way is upright, but destruction to evildoers.
rsv@Proverbs:10:30 @ The righteous will never be removed, but the wicked will not dwell in the land.
rsv@Proverbs:10:31 @ The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but the perverse tongue will be cut off.
rsv@Proverbs:10:32 @ The lips of the righteous know what is acceptable, but the mouth of the wicked, what is perverse.
rsv@Proverbs:11:1 @ A false balance is an abomination to the LORD, but a just weight is his delight.
rsv@Proverbs:11:2 @ When pride comes, then comes disgrace; but with the humble is wisdom.
rsv@Proverbs:11:3 @ The integrity of the upright guides them, but the crookedness of the treacherous destroys them.
rsv@Proverbs:11:4 @ Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.
rsv@Proverbs:11:5 @ The righteousness of the blameless keeps his way straight, but the wicked falls by his own wickedness.
rsv@Proverbs:11:6 @ The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the treacherous are taken captive by their lust.
rsv@Proverbs:11:7 @ When the wicked dies, his hope perishes, and the expectation of the godless comes to nought.
rsv@Proverbs:11:8 @ The righteous is delivered from trouble, and the wicked gets into it instead.
rsv@Proverbs:11:9 @ With his mouth the godless man would destroy his neighbor, but by knowledge the righteous are delivered.
rsv@Proverbs:11:10 @ When it goes well with the righteous, the city rejoices; and when the wicked perish there are shouts of gladness.
rsv@Proverbs:11:11 @ By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
rsv@Proverbs:11:12 @ He who belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.
rsv@Proverbs:11:13 @ He who goes about as a talebearer reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing hidden.
rsv@Proverbs:11:14 @ Where there is no guidance, a people falls; but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.
rsv@Proverbs:11:15 @ He who gives surety for a stranger will smart for it, but he who hates suretyship is secure.
rsv@Proverbs:11:16 @ A gracious woman gets honor, and violent men get riches.
rsv@Proverbs:11:17 @ A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.
rsv@Proverbs:11:18 @ A wicked man earns deceptive wages, but one who sows righteousness gets a sure reward.
rsv@Proverbs:11:19 @ He who is steadfast in righteousness will live, but he who pursues evil will die.
rsv@Proverbs:11:20 @ Men of perverse mind are an abomination to the LORD, but those of blameless ways are his delight.
rsv@Proverbs:11:21 @ Be assured, an evil man will not go unpunished, but those who are righteous will be delivered.
rsv@Proverbs:11:22 @ Like a gold ring in a swine's snout is a beautiful woman without discretion.
rsv@Proverbs:11:23 @ The desire of the righteous ends only in good; the expectation of the wicked in wrath.
rsv@Proverbs:11:24 @ One man gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want.
rsv@Proverbs:11:25 @ A liberal man will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.
rsv@Proverbs:11:26 @ The people curse him who holds back grain, but a blessing is on the head of him who sells it.
rsv@Proverbs:11:27 @ He who diligently seeks good seeks favor, but evil comes to him who searches for it.
rsv@Proverbs:11:28 @ He who trusts in his riches will wither, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.
rsv@Proverbs:11:29 @ He who troubles his household will inherit wind, and the fool will be servant to the wise.
rsv@Proverbs:11:30 @ The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, but lawlessness takes away lives.
rsv@Proverbs:11:31 @ If the righteous is requited on earth, how much more the wicked and the sinner!
rsv@Proverbs:12:1 @ Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
rsv@Proverbs:12:2 @ A good man obtains favor from the LORD, but a man of evil devices he condemns.
rsv@Proverbs:12:3 @ A man is not established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous will never be moved.
rsv@Proverbs:12:4 @ A good wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones.
rsv@Proverbs:12:5 @ The thoughts of the righteous are just; the counsels of the wicked are treacherous.
rsv@Proverbs:12:6 @ The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the mouth of the upright delivers men.
rsv@Proverbs:12:7 @ The wicked are overthrown and are no more, but the house of the righteous will stand.
rsv@Proverbs:12:8 @ A man is commended according to his good sense, but one of perverse mind is despised.
rsv@Proverbs:12:9 @ Better is a man of humble standing who works for himself than one who plays the great man but lacks bread.
rsv@Proverbs:12:10 @ A righteous man has regard for the life of his beast, but the mercy of the wicked is cruel.
rsv@Proverbs:12:11 @ He who tills his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits has no sense.
rsv@Proverbs:12:12 @ The strong tower of the wicked comes to ruin, but the root of the righteous stands firm.
rsv@Proverbs:12:13 @ An evil man is ensnared by the transgression of his lips, but the righteous escapes from trouble.
rsv@Proverbs:12:14 @ From the fruit of his words a man is satisfied with good, and the work of a man's hand comes back to him.
rsv@Proverbs:12:15 @ The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.
rsv@Proverbs:12:16 @ The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent man ignores an insult.
rsv@Proverbs:12:17 @ He who speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit.
rsv@Proverbs:12:18 @ There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
rsv@Proverbs:12:19 @ Truthful lips endure for ever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
rsv@Proverbs:12:20 @ Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, but those who plan good have joy.
rsv@Proverbs:12:21 @ No ill befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.
rsv@Proverbs:12:22 @ Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who act faithfully are his delight.
rsv@Proverbs:12:23 @ A prudent man conceals his knowledge, but fools proclaim their folly.
rsv@Proverbs:12:24 @ The hand of the diligent will rule, while the slothful will be put to forced labor.
rsv@Proverbs:12:25 @ Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.
rsv@Proverbs:12:26 @ A righteous man turns away from evil, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
rsv@Proverbs:12:27 @ A slothful man will not catch his prey, but the diligent man will get precious wealth.
rsv@Proverbs:12:28 @ In the path of righteousness is life, but the way of error leads to death.
rsv@Proverbs:13:1 @ A wise son hears his father's instruction, but a scoffer does not listen to rebuke.
rsv@Proverbs:13:2 @ From the fruit of his mouth a good man eats good, but the desire of the treacherous is for violence.
rsv@Proverbs:13:3 @ He who guards his mouth preserves his life; he who opens wide his lips comes to ruin.
rsv@Proverbs:13:4 @ The soul of the sluggard craves, and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.
rsv@Proverbs:13:5 @ A righteous man hates falsehood, but a wicked man acts shamefully and disgracefully.
rsv@Proverbs:13:6 @ Righteousness guards him whose way is upright, but sin overthrows the wicked.
rsv@Proverbs:13:7 @ One man pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.
rsv@Proverbs:13:8 @ The ransom of a man's life is his wealth, but a poor man has no means of redemption.
rsv@Proverbs:13:9 @ The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked will be put out.
rsv@Proverbs:13:10 @ By insolence the heedless make strife, but with those who take advice is wisdom.
rsv@Proverbs:13:11 @ Wealth hastily gotten will dwindle, but he who gathers little by little will increase it.
rsv@Proverbs:13:12 @ Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
rsv@Proverbs:13:13 @ He who despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who respects the commandment will be rewarded.
rsv@Proverbs:13:14 @ The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, that one may avoid the snares of death.
rsv@Proverbs:13:15 @ Good sense wins favor, but the way of the faithless is their ruin.
rsv@Proverbs:13:16 @ In everything a prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool flaunts his folly.
rsv@Proverbs:13:17 @ A bad messenger plunges men into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.
rsv@Proverbs:13:18 @ Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but he who heeds reproof is honored.
rsv@Proverbs:13:19 @ A desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul; but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools.
rsv@Proverbs:13:20 @ He who walks with wise men becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.
rsv@Proverbs:13:21 @ Misfortune pursues sinners, but prosperity rewards the righteous.
rsv@Proverbs:13:22 @ A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous.
rsv@Proverbs:13:23 @ The fallow ground of the poor yields much food, but it is swept away through injustice.
rsv@Proverbs:13:24 @ He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.
rsv@Proverbs:13:25 @ The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, but the belly of the wicked suffers want.
rsv@Proverbs:14:1 @ Wisdom builds her house, but folly with her own hands tears it down.
rsv@Proverbs:14:2 @ He who walks in uprightness fears the LORD, but he who is devious in his ways despises him.
rsv@Proverbs:14:3 @ The talk of a fool is a rod for his back, but the lips of the wise will preserve them.
rsv@Proverbs:14:4 @ Where there are no oxen, there is no grain; but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox.
rsv@Proverbs:14:5 @ A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.
rsv@Proverbs:14:6 @ A scoffer seeks wisdom in vain, but knowledge is easy for a man of understanding.
rsv@Proverbs:14:7 @ Leave the presence of a fool, for there you do not meet words of knowledge.
rsv@Proverbs:14:8 @ The wisdom of a prudent man is to discern his way, but the folly of fools is deceiving.
rsv@Proverbs:14:9 @ God scorns the wicked, but the upright enjoy his favor.
rsv@Proverbs:14:10 @ The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares its joy.
rsv@Proverbs:14:11 @ The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.
rsv@Proverbs:14:12 @ There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
rsv@Proverbs:14:13 @ Even in laughter the heart is sad, and the end of joy is grief.
rsv@Proverbs:14:14 @ A perverse man will be filled with the fruit of his ways, and a good man with the fruit of his deeds.
rsv@Proverbs:14:15 @ The simple believes everything, but the prudent looks where he is going.
rsv@Proverbs:14:16 @ A wise man is cautious and turns away from evil, but a fool throws off restraint and is careless.
rsv@Proverbs:14:17 @ A man of quick temper acts foolishly, but a man of discretion is patient.
rsv@Proverbs:14:18 @ The simple acquire folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
rsv@Proverbs:14:19 @ The evil bow down before the good, the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
rsv@Proverbs:14:20 @ The poor is disliked even by his neighbor, but the rich has many friends.
rsv@Proverbs:14:21 @ He who despises his neighbor is a sinner, but happy is he who is kind to the poor.
rsv@Proverbs:14:22 @ Do they not err that devise evil? Those who devise good meet loyalty and faithfulness.
rsv@Proverbs:14:23 @ In all toil there is profit, but mere talk tends only to want.
rsv@Proverbs:14:24 @ The crown of the wise is their wisdom, but folly is the garland of fools.
rsv@Proverbs:14:25 @ A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is a betrayer.
rsv@Proverbs:14:26 @ In the fear of the LORD one has strong confidence, and his children will have a refuge.
rsv@Proverbs:14:27 @ The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, that one may avoid the snares of death.
rsv@Proverbs:14:28 @ In a multitude of people is the glory of a king, but without people a prince is ruined.
rsv@Proverbs:14:29 @ He who is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.
rsv@Proverbs:14:30 @ A tranquil mind gives life to the flesh, but passion makes the bones rot.
rsv@Proverbs:14:31 @ He who oppresses a poor man insults his Maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him.
rsv@Proverbs:14:32 @ The wicked is overthrown through his evil-doing, but the righteous finds refuge through his integrity.
rsv@Proverbs:14:33 @ Wisdom abides in the mind of a man of understanding, but it is not known in the heart of fools.
rsv@Proverbs:14:34 @ Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.
rsv@Proverbs:14:35 @ A servant who deals wisely has the king's favor, but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully.
rsv@Proverbs:15:1 @ A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
rsv@Proverbs:15:2 @ The tongue of the wise dispenses knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly.
rsv@Proverbs:15:3 @ The eyes of the LORD are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good.
rsv@Proverbs:15:4 @ A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit.
rsv@Proverbs:15:5 @ A fool despises his father's instruction, but he who heeds admonition is prudent.
rsv@Proverbs:15:6 @ In the house of the righteous there is much treasure, but trouble befalls the income of the wicked.
rsv@Proverbs:15:7 @ The lips of the wise spread knowledge; not so the minds of fools.
rsv@Proverbs:15:8 @ The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is his delight.
rsv@Proverbs:15:9 @ The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD, but he loves him who pursues righteousness.
rsv@Proverbs:15:10 @ There is severe discipline for him who forsakes the way; he who hates reproof will die.
rsv@Proverbs:15:11 @ Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD, how much more the hearts of men!
rsv@Proverbs:15:12 @ A scoffer does not like to be reproved; he will not go to the wise.
rsv@Proverbs:15:13 @ A glad heart makes a cheerful countenance, but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.
rsv@Proverbs:15:14 @ The mind of him who has understanding seeks knowledge, but the mouths of fools feed on folly.
rsv@Proverbs:15:15 @ All the days of the afflicted are evil, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.
rsv@Proverbs:15:16 @ Better is a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble with it.
rsv@Proverbs:15:17 @ Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fatted ox and hatred with it.
rsv@Proverbs:15:18 @ A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention.
rsv@Proverbs:15:19 @ The way of a sluggard is overgrown with thorns, but the path of the upright is a level highway.
rsv@Proverbs:15:20 @ A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish man despises his mother.
rsv@Proverbs:15:21 @ Folly is a joy to him who has no sense, but a man of understanding walks aright.
rsv@Proverbs:15:22 @ Without counsel plans go wrong, but with many advisers they succeed.
rsv@Proverbs:15:23 @ To make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is!
rsv@Proverbs:15:24 @ The wise man's path leads upward to life, that he may avoid Sheol beneath.
rsv@Proverbs:15:25 @ The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but maintains the widow's boundaries.
rsv@Proverbs:15:26 @ The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the LORD, the words of the pure are pleasing to him.
rsv@Proverbs:15:27 @ He who is greedy for unjust gain makes trouble for his household, but he who hates bribes will live.
rsv@Proverbs:15:28 @ The mind of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
rsv@Proverbs:15:29 @ The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.
rsv@Proverbs:15:30 @ The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the bones.
rsv@Proverbs:15:31 @ He whose ear heeds wholesome admonition will abide among the wise.
rsv@Proverbs:15:32 @ He who ignores instruction despises himself, but he who heeds admonition gains understanding.
rsv@Proverbs:15:33 @ The fear of the LORD is instruction in wisdom, and humility goes before honor.
rsv@Proverbs:16:1 @ The plans of the mind belong to man, but the answer of the tongue is from the LORD.
rsv@Proverbs:16:2 @ All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, but the LORD weighs the spirit.
rsv@Proverbs:16:3 @ Commit your work to the LORD, and your plans will be established.
rsv@Proverbs:16:4 @ The LORD has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble.
rsv@Proverbs:16:5 @ Every one who is arrogant is an abomination to the LORD; be assured, he will not go unpunished.
rsv@Proverbs:16:6 @ By loyalty and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD a man avoids evil.
rsv@Proverbs:16:7 @ When a man's ways please the LORD, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.
rsv@Proverbs:16:8 @ Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues with injustice.
rsv@Proverbs:16:9 @ A man's mind plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.
rsv@Proverbs:16:10 @ Inspired decisions are on the lips of a king; his mouth does not sin in judgment.
rsv@Proverbs:16:11 @ A just balance and scales are the LORD's; all the weights in the bag are his work.
rsv@Proverbs:16:12 @ It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness.
rsv@Proverbs:16:13 @ Righteous lips are the delight of a king, and he loves him who speaks what is right.
rsv@Proverbs:16:14 @ A king's wrath is a messenger of death, and a wise man will appease it.
rsv@Proverbs:16:15 @ In the light of a king's face there is life, and his favor is like the clouds that bring the spring rain.
rsv@Proverbs:16:16 @ To get wisdom is better than gold; to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
rsv@Proverbs:16:17 @ The highway of the upright turns aside from evil; he who guards his way preserves his life.
rsv@Proverbs:16:18 @ Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.
rsv@Proverbs:16:19 @ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor than to divide the spoil with the proud.
rsv@Proverbs:16:20 @ He who gives heed to the word will prosper, and happy is he who trusts in the LORD.
rsv@Proverbs:16:21 @ The wise of heart is called a man of discernment, and pleasant speech increases persuasiveness.
rsv@Proverbs:16:22 @ Wisdom is a fountain of life to him who has it, but folly is the chastisement of fools.
rsv@Proverbs:16:23 @ The mind of the wise makes his speech judicious, and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
rsv@Proverbs:16:24 @ Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
rsv@Proverbs:16:25 @ There is a way which seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.
rsv@Proverbs:16:26 @ A worker's appetite works for him; his mouth urges him on.
rsv@Proverbs:16:27 @ A worthless man plots evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire.
rsv@Proverbs:16:28 @ A perverse man spreads strife, and a whisperer separates close friends.
rsv@Proverbs:16:29 @ A man of violence entices his neighbor and leads him in a way that is not good.
rsv@Proverbs:16:30 @ He who winks his eyes plans perverse things, he who compresses his lips brings evil to pass.
rsv@Proverbs:16:31 @ A hoary head is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life.
rsv@Proverbs:16:32 @ He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.
rsv@Proverbs:16:33 @ The lot is cast into the lap, but the decision is wholly from the LORD.
rsv@Proverbs:17:1 @ Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife.
rsv@Proverbs:17:2 @ A slave who deals wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully, and will share the inheritance as one of the brothers.
rsv@Proverbs:17:3 @ The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the LORD tries hearts.
rsv@Proverbs:17:4 @ An evildoer listens to wicked lips; and a liar gives heed to a mischievous tongue.
rsv@Proverbs:17:5 @ He who mocks the poor insults his Maker; he who is glad at calamity will not go unpunished.
rsv@Proverbs:17:6 @ Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of sons is their fathers.
rsv@Proverbs:17:7 @ Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a prince.
rsv@Proverbs:17:8 @ A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns he prospers.
rsv@Proverbs:17:9 @ He who forgives an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter alienates a friend.
rsv@Proverbs:17:10 @ A rebuke goes deeper into a man of understanding than a hundred blows into a fool.
rsv@Proverbs:17:11 @ An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
rsv@Proverbs:17:12 @ Let a man meet a she-bear robbed of her cubs, rather than a fool in his folly.
rsv@Proverbs:17:13 @ If a man returns evil for good, evil will not depart from his house.
rsv@Proverbs:17:14 @ The beginning of strife is like letting out water; so quit before the quarrel breaks out.
rsv@Proverbs:17:15 @ He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the LORD.
rsv@Proverbs:17:16 @ Why should a fool have a price in his hand to buy wisdom, when he has no mind?
rsv@Proverbs:17:17 @ A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
rsv@Proverbs:17:18 @ A man without sense gives a pledge, and becomes surety in the presence of his neighbor.
rsv@Proverbs:17:19 @ He who loves transgression loves strife; he who makes his door high seeks destruction.
rsv@Proverbs:17:20 @ A man of crooked mind does not prosper, and one with a perverse tongue falls into calamity.
rsv@Proverbs:17:21 @ A stupid son is a grief to a father; and the father of a fool has no joy.
rsv@Proverbs:17:22 @ A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones.
rsv@Proverbs:17:23 @ A wicked man accepts a bribe from the bosom to pervert the ways of justice.
rsv@Proverbs:17:24 @ A man of understanding sets his face toward wisdom, but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.
rsv@Proverbs:17:25 @ A foolish son is a grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him.
rsv@Proverbs:17:26 @ To impose a fine on a righteous man is not good; to flog noble men is wrong.
rsv@Proverbs:17:27 @ He who restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
rsv@Proverbs:17:28 @ Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
rsv@Proverbs:18:1 @ He who is estranged seeks pretexts to break out against all sound judgment.
rsv@Proverbs:18:2 @ A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.
rsv@Proverbs:18:3 @ When wickedness comes, contempt comes also; and with dishonor comes disgrace.
rsv@Proverbs:18:4 @ The words of a man's mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a gushing stream.
rsv@Proverbs:18:5 @ It is not good to be partial to a wicked man, or to deprive a righteous man of justice.
rsv@Proverbs:18:6 @ A fool's lips bring strife, and his mouth invites a flogging.
rsv@Proverbs:18:7 @ A fool's mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to himself.
rsv@Proverbs:18:8 @ The words of a whisperer are like delicious morsels; they go down into the inner parts of the body.