Proverbs 1
1:11 These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel,These are the proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel, 1:22 for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight,for gaining wisdom and discipline, for comprehending words of insight, 1:33 and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity.and for receiving instruction in wise living and in righteousness, justice, and equity. 1:44 To impart prudence to the simple and knowledge and discretion to the young,To impart prudence to the simple and knowledge and discretion to the young, 1:55 let the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsellet the wise listen and gain instruction, and the discerning acquire wise counsel 1:66 by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.by understanding the proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise. 1:77 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. 1:88 Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother.Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. 1:99 For they are a garland of grace on your head and a pendant around your neck.For they are a garland of grace on your head and a pendant around your neck. 1:1010 My son, if sinners entice you, do not yield to them.My son, if sinners entice you, do not yield to them. 1:1111 If they say, “Come along, let us lie in wait for blood, let us ambush the innocent without cause,If they say, “Come along, let us lie in wait for blood, let us ambush the innocent without cause, 1:1212 let us swallow them alive like Sheol, and whole like those descending into the Pit.let us swallow them alive like Sheol, and whole like those descending into the Pit. 1:1313 We will find all manner of precious goods; we will fill our houses with plunder.We will find all manner of precious goods; we will fill our houses with plunder. 1:1414 Throw in your lot with us; let us all share one purse”—Throw in your lot with us; let us all share one purse”— 1:1515 my son, do not walk the road with them or set foot upon their path.my son, do not walk the road with them or set foot upon their path. 1:1616 For their feet run to evil, and they are swift to shed blood.For their feet run to evil, and they are swift to shed blood. 1:1717 How futile it is to spread the net where any bird can see it!How futile it is to spread the net where any bird can see it! 1:1818 But they lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush their own lives.But they lie in wait for their own blood; they ambush their own lives. 1:1919 Such is the fate of all who are greedy, whose unjust gain takes the lives of its possessors.Such is the fate of all who are greedy, whose unjust gain takes the lives of its possessors. 1:2020 Wisdom calls out in the street, she lifts her voice in the square;Wisdom calls out in the street, she lifts her voice in the square; 1:2121 in the main concourse she cries aloud, at the city gates she makes her speech:in the main concourse she cries aloud, at the city gates she makes her speech: 1:2222 “How long, O simple ones, will you love your simple ways? How long will scoffers delight in their scorn and fools hate knowledge?“How long, O simple ones, will you love your simple ways? How long will scoffers delight in their scorn and fools hate knowledge? 1:2323 If you had repented at my rebuke, then surely I would have poured out my spirit on you; I would have made my words known to you.If you had repented at my rebuke, then surely I would have poured out my spirit on you; I would have made my words known to you. 1:2424 Because you refused my call, and no one took my outstretched hand,Because you refused my call, and no one took my outstretched hand, 1:2525 because you neglected all my counsel, and wanted none of my correction,because you neglected all my counsel, and wanted none of my correction, 1:2626 in turn I will mock your calamity; I will sneer when terror strikes you,in turn I will mock your calamity; I will sneer when terror strikes you, 1:2727 when your dread comes like a storm, and your destruction like a whirlwind, when distress and anguish overwhelm you.when your dread comes like a storm, and your destruction like a whirlwind, when distress and anguish overwhelm you. 1:2828 Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me.Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; they will earnestly seek me, but will not find me. 1:2929 For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD.For they hated knowledge and chose not to fear the LORD. 1:3030 They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof.They accepted none of my counsel; they despised all my reproof. 1:3131 So they will eat the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices.So they will eat the fruit of their own way, and be filled with their own devices. 1:3232 For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them.For the waywardness of the simple will slay them, and the complacency of fools will destroy them. 1:3333 But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.”But whoever listens to me will dwell in safety, secure from the fear of evil.”
Proverbs 2
2:11 My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you,My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, 2:22 if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding,if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding, 2:33 if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding,if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, 2:44 if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure,if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, 2:55 then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God.then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God. 2:66 For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. 2:77 He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity,He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity, 2:88 to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints.to guard the paths of justice and protect the way of His saints. 2:99 Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity—every good path.Then you will discern righteousness and justice and equity—every good path. 2:1010 For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul.For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will delight your soul. 2:1111 Discretion will watch over you, and understanding will guard you,Discretion will watch over you, and understanding will guard you, 2:1212 to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perversity,to deliver you from the way of evil, from the man who speaks perversity, 2:1313 from those who leave the straight paths to walk in the ways of darkness,from those who leave the straight paths to walk in the ways of darkness, 2:1414 from those who enjoy doing evil and rejoice in the twistedness of evil,from those who enjoy doing evil and rejoice in the twistedness of evil, 2:1515 whose paths are crooked and whose ways are devious.whose paths are crooked and whose ways are devious. 2:1616 It will rescue you from the forbidden woman, from the stranger with seductive wordsIt will rescue you from the forbidden woman, from the stranger with seductive words 2:1717 who abandons the partner of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God.who abandons the partner of her youth and forgets the covenant of her God. 2:1818 For her house sinks down to death, and her tracks to the departed spirits.For her house sinks down to death, and her tracks to the departed spirits. 2:1919 None who go to her return or negotiate the paths of life.None who go to her return or negotiate the paths of life. 2:2020 So you will follow in the ways of the good, and keep to the paths of the righteous.So you will follow in the ways of the good, and keep to the paths of the righteous. 2:2121 For the upright will inhabit the land, and the blameless will remain in it;For the upright will inhabit the land, and the blameless will remain in it; 2:2222 but the wicked will be cut off from the land, and the unfaithful will be uprooted.but the wicked will be cut off from the land, and the unfaithful will be uprooted.
Proverbs 3
3:11 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments;My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; 3:22 for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life.for they will add length to your days, years and peace to your life. 3:33 Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. 3:44 Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man. 3:55 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding;Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; 3:66 in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. 3:77 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil.Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD and turn away from evil. 3:88 This will bring healing to your body and refreshment to your bones.This will bring healing to your body and refreshment to your bones. 3:99 Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops;Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; 3:1010 then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine.then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. 3:1111 My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke;My son, do not reject the discipline of the LORD, and do not loathe His rebuke; 3:1212 for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights.for the LORD disciplines the one He loves, as does a father the son in whom he delights. 3:1313 Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding,Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, 3:1414 for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold.for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. 3:1515 She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her.She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her. 3:1616 Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. 3:1717 All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful.All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful. 3:1818 She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed.She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed. 3:1919 The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding.The LORD founded the earth by wisdom and established the heavens by understanding. 3:2020 By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew.By His knowledge the watery depths were broken open, and the clouds dripped with dew. 3:2121 My son, do not lose sight of this: Preserve sound judgment and discernment.My son, do not lose sight of this: Preserve sound judgment and discernment. 3:2222 They will be life to your soul and adornment to your neck.They will be life to your soul and adornment to your neck. 3:2323 Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble.Then you will go on your way in safety, and your foot will not stumble. 3:2424 When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet.When you lie down, you will not be afraid; when you rest, your sleep will be sweet. 3:2525 Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked,Do not fear sudden danger or the ruin that overtakes the wicked, 3:2626 for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare.for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from the snare. 3:2727 Do not withhold good from the deserving when it is within your power to act.Do not withhold good from the deserving when it is within your power to act. 3:2828 Do not tell your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I will provide”—when you already have the means.Do not tell your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I will provide”—when you already have the means. 3:2929 Do not devise evil against your neighbor, for he trustfully dwells beside you.Do not devise evil against your neighbor, for he trustfully dwells beside you. 3:3030 Do not accuse a man without cause, when he has done you no harm.Do not accuse a man without cause, when he has done you no harm. 3:3131 Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways;Do not envy a violent man or choose any of his ways; 3:3232 for the LORD detests the perverse, but He is a friend to the upright.for the LORD detests the perverse, but He is a friend to the upright. 3:3333 The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the righteous.The curse of the LORD is on the house of the wicked, but He blesses the home of the righteous. 3:3434 He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble.He mocks the mockers, but gives grace to the humble. 3:3535 The wise will inherit honor, but fools are held up to shame.The wise will inherit honor, but fools are held up to shame.
Proverbs 4
4:11 Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding. 4:22 For I give you sound teaching; do not abandon my directive.For I give you sound teaching; do not abandon my directive. 4:33 When I was a son to my father, tender and the only child of my mother,When I was a son to my father, tender and the only child of my mother, 4:44 he taught me and said, “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands and you will live.he taught me and said, “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands and you will live. 4:55 Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them.Get wisdom, get understanding; do not forget my words or turn from them. 4:66 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will preserve you; love her, and she will guard you.Do not forsake wisdom, and she will preserve you; love her, and she will guard you. 4:77 Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding.Wisdom is supreme; so acquire wisdom. And whatever you may acquire, gain understanding. 4:88 Prize her, and she will exalt you; if you embrace her, she will honor you.Prize her, and she will exalt you; if you embrace her, she will honor you. 4:99 She will set a garland of grace on your head; she will present you with a crown of beauty.”She will set a garland of grace on your head; she will present you with a crown of beauty.” 4:1010 Listen, my son, and receive my words, and the years of your life will be many.Listen, my son, and receive my words, and the years of your life will be many. 4:1111 I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths.I will guide you in the way of wisdom; I will lead you on straight paths. 4:1212 When you walk, your steps will not be impeded; when you run, you will not stumble.When you walk, your steps will not be impeded; when you run, you will not stumble. 4:1313 Hold on to instruction; do not let go. Guard it, for it is your life.Hold on to instruction; do not let go. Guard it, for it is your life. 4:1414 Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers.Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers. 4:1515 Avoid it; do not travel on it. Turn from it and pass on by.Avoid it; do not travel on it. Turn from it and pass on by. 4:1616 For they cannot sleep unless they do evil; they are deprived of slumber until they make someone fall.For they cannot sleep unless they do evil; they are deprived of slumber until they make someone fall. 4:1717 For they eat the bread of wickedness and drink the wine of violence.For they eat the bread of wickedness and drink the wine of violence. 4:1818 The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday.The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday. 4:1919 But the way of the wicked is like the darkest gloom; they do not know what makes them stumble.But the way of the wicked is like the darkest gloom; they do not know what makes them stumble. 4:2020 My son, pay attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings.My son, pay attention to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. 4:2121 Do not lose sight of them; keep them within your heart.Do not lose sight of them; keep them within your heart. 4:2222 For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body.For they are life to those who find them, and health to the whole body. 4:2323 Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life.Guard your heart with all diligence, for from it flow springs of life. 4:2424 Put away deception from your mouth; keep your lips from perverse speech.Put away deception from your mouth; keep your lips from perverse speech. 4:2525 Let your eyes look forward; fix your gaze straight ahead.Let your eyes look forward; fix your gaze straight ahead. 4:2626 Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure.Make a level path for your feet, and all your ways will be sure. 4:2727 Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your feet away from evil.
Proverbs 5
5:11 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; incline your ear to my insight,My son, pay attention to my wisdom; incline your ear to my insight, 5:22 that you may maintain discretion and your lips may preserve knowledge.that you may maintain discretion and your lips may preserve knowledge. 5:33 Though the lips of the forbidden woman drip honey and her speech is smoother than oil,Though the lips of the forbidden woman drip honey and her speech is smoother than oil, 5:44 in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a double-edged sword.in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a double-edged sword. 5:55 Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to Sheol.Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to Sheol. 5:66 She does not consider the path of life; she does not know that her ways are unstable.She does not consider the path of life; she does not know that her ways are unstable. 5:77 So now, my sons, listen to me, and do not turn aside from the words of my mouth.So now, my sons, listen to me, and do not turn aside from the words of my mouth. 5:88 Keep your path far from her; do not go near the door of her house,Keep your path far from her; do not go near the door of her house, 5:99 lest you concede your vigor to others, and your years to one who is cruel;lest you concede your vigor to others, and your years to one who is cruel; 5:1010 lest strangers feast on your wealth, and your labors enrich the house of a foreigner.lest strangers feast on your wealth, and your labors enrich the house of a foreigner. 5:1111 At the end of your life you will groan when your flesh and your body are spent,At the end of your life you will groan when your flesh and your body are spent, 5:1212 and you will say, “How I hated discipline, and my heart despised reproof!and you will say, “How I hated discipline, and my heart despised reproof! 5:1313 I did not listen to the voice of my teachers or incline my ear to my mentors.I did not listen to the voice of my teachers or incline my ear to my mentors. 5:1414 I am on the brink of utter ruin in the midst of the whole assembly.”I am on the brink of utter ruin in the midst of the whole assembly.” 5:1515 Drink water from your own cistern, and running water from your own well.Drink water from your own cistern, and running water from your own well. 5:1616 Why should your springs flow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares?Why should your springs flow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares? 5:1717 Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers.Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers. 5:1818 May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth:May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth: 5:1919 A loving doe, a graceful fawn—may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever.A loving doe, a graceful fawn—may her breasts satisfy you always; may you be captivated by her love forever. 5:2020 Why be captivated, my son, by an adulteress, or embrace the bosom of a stranger?Why be captivated, my son, by an adulteress, or embrace the bosom of a stranger? 5:2121 For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths.For a man’s ways are before the eyes of the LORD, and the LORD examines all his paths. 5:2222 The iniquities of a wicked man entrap him; the cords of his sin entangle him.The iniquities of a wicked man entrap him; the cords of his sin entangle him. 5:2323 He dies for lack of discipline, led astray by his own great folly.He dies for lack of discipline, led astray by his own great folly.
Proverbs 6
6:11 My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struck hands in pledge with a stranger,My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struck hands in pledge with a stranger, 6:22 if you have been trapped by the words of your lips, ensnared by the words of your mouth,if you have been trapped by the words of your lips, ensnared by the words of your mouth, 6:33 then do this, my son, to free yourself, for you have fallen into your neighbor’s hands: Go, humble yourself, and press your plea with your neighbor.then do this, my son, to free yourself, for you have fallen into your neighbor’s hands: Go, humble yourself, and press your plea with your neighbor. 6:44 Allow no sleep to your eyes or slumber to your eyelids.Allow no sleep to your eyes or slumber to your eyelids. 6:55 Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler.Free yourself, like a gazelle from the hand of the hunter, like a bird from the snare of the fowler. 6:66 Walk in the manner of the ant, O slacker; observe its ways and become wise.Walk in the manner of the ant, O slacker; observe its ways and become wise. 6:77 Without a commander, without an overseer or ruler,Without a commander, without an overseer or ruler, 6:88 it prepares its provisions in summer; it gathers its food at harvest.it prepares its provisions in summer; it gathers its food at harvest. 6:99 How long will you lie there, O slacker? When will you get up from your sleep?How long will you lie there, O slacker? When will you get up from your sleep? 6:1010 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest,A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, 6:1111 and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit.and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit. 6:1212 A worthless person, a wicked man, walks with a perverse mouth,A worthless person, a wicked man, walks with a perverse mouth, 6:1313 winking his eyes, speaking with his feet, and pointing with his fingers.winking his eyes, speaking with his feet, and pointing with his fingers. 6:1414 With deceit in his heart he devises evil; he continually sows discord.With deceit in his heart he devises evil; he continually sows discord. 6:1515 Therefore calamity will come upon him suddenly; in an instant he will be shattered beyond recovery.Therefore calamity will come upon him suddenly; in an instant he will be shattered beyond recovery. 6:1616 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him:There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: 6:1717 haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood,haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, 6:1818 a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil,a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, 6:1919 a false witness who gives false testimony, and one who stirs up discord among brothers.a false witness who gives false testimony, and one who stirs up discord among brothers. 6:2020 My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.My son, keep your father’s commandment, and do not forsake your mother’s teaching. 6:2121 Bind them always upon your heart; tie them around your neck.Bind them always upon your heart; tie them around your neck. 6:2222 When you walk, they will guide you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you.When you walk, they will guide you; when you lie down, they will watch over you; when you awake, they will speak to you. 6:2323 For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life,For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life, 6:2424 to keep you from the evil woman, from the smooth tongue of the adulteress.to keep you from the evil woman, from the smooth tongue of the adulteress. 6:2525 Do not lust in your heart for her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes.Do not lust in your heart for her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes. 6:2626 For the levy of the prostitute is poverty, and the adulteress preys upon your very life.For the levy of the prostitute is poverty, and the adulteress preys upon your very life. 6:2727 Can a man embrace fire and his clothes not be burned?Can a man embrace fire and his clothes not be burned? 6:2828 Can a man walk on hot coals without scorching his feet?Can a man walk on hot coals without scorching his feet? 6:2929 So is he who sleeps with another man’s wife; no one who touches her will go unpunished.So is he who sleeps with another man’s wife; no one who touches her will go unpunished. 6:3030 Men do not despise the thief if he steals to satisfy his hunger.Men do not despise the thief if he steals to satisfy his hunger. 6:3131 Yet if caught, he must pay sevenfold; he must give up all the wealth of his house.Yet if caught, he must pay sevenfold; he must give up all the wealth of his house. 6:3232 He who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself.He who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself. 6:3333 Wounds and dishonor will befall him, and his reproach will never be wiped away.Wounds and dishonor will befall him, and his reproach will never be wiped away. 6:3434 For jealousy enrages a husband, and he will show no mercy in the day of vengeance.For jealousy enrages a husband, and he will show no mercy in the day of vengeance. 6:3535 He will not be appeased by any ransom, or persuaded by lavish gifts.He will not be appeased by any ransom, or persuaded by lavish gifts.
Proverbs 7
7:11 My son, keep my words and treasure my commandments within you.My son, keep my words and treasure my commandments within you. 7:22 Keep my commandments and live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye.Keep my commandments and live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye. 7:33 Tie them to your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart.Tie them to your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart. 7:44 Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman,Say to wisdom, “You are my sister,” and call understanding your kinsman, 7:55 that they may keep you from the adulteress, from the stranger with seductive words.that they may keep you from the adulteress, from the stranger with seductive words. 7:66 For at the window of my house I looked through the lattice.For at the window of my house I looked through the lattice. 7:77 I saw among the simple, I noticed among the youths, a young man lacking judgment,I saw among the simple, I noticed among the youths, a young man lacking judgment, 7:88 crossing the street near her corner, strolling down the road to her house,crossing the street near her corner, strolling down the road to her house, 7:99 at twilight, as the day was fading into the dark of the night.at twilight, as the day was fading into the dark of the night. 7:1010 Then a woman came out to meet him, with the attire of a harlot and cunning of heart.Then a woman came out to meet him, with the attire of a harlot and cunning of heart. 7:1111 She is loud and defiant; her feet do not remain at home.She is loud and defiant; her feet do not remain at home. 7:1212 Now in the street, now in the squares, she lurks at every corner.Now in the street, now in the squares, she lurks at every corner. 7:1313 She seizes him and kisses him; she brazenly says to him:She seizes him and kisses him; she brazenly says to him: 7:1414 “I have made my peace offerings; today I have paid my vows.“I have made my peace offerings; today I have paid my vows. 7:1515 So I came out to meet you; I sought you, and I have found you.So I came out to meet you; I sought you, and I have found you. 7:1616 I have decked my bed with coverings, with colored linen from Egypt.I have decked my bed with coverings, with colored linen from Egypt. 7:1717 I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, with aloes, and with cinnamon.I have perfumed my bed with myrrh, with aloes, and with cinnamon. 7:1818 Come, let us take our fill of love till morning. Let us delight in loving caresses!Come, let us take our fill of love till morning. Let us delight in loving caresses! 7:1919 For my husband is not at home; he has gone on a long journey.For my husband is not at home; he has gone on a long journey. 7:2020 He took with him a bag of money and will not return till the moon is full.”He took with him a bag of money and will not return till the moon is full.” 7:2121 With her great persuasion she entices him; with her flattering lips she lures him.With her great persuasion she entices him; with her flattering lips she lures him. 7:2222 He follows her on impulse, like an ox going to the slaughter, like a deer bounding into a trap,He follows her on impulse, like an ox going to the slaughter, like a deer bounding into a trap, 7:2323 until an arrow pierces his liver, like a bird darting into a snare—not knowing it will cost him his life.until an arrow pierces his liver, like a bird darting into a snare—not knowing it will cost him his life. 7:2424 Now, my sons, listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth.Now, my sons, listen to me, and attend to the words of my mouth. 7:2525 Do not let your heart turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths.Do not let your heart turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths. 7:2626 For she has brought many down to death; her slain are many in number.For she has brought many down to death; her slain are many in number. 7:2727 Her house is the road to Sheol, descending to the chambers of death.Her house is the road to Sheol, descending to the chambers of death.
Proverbs 8
8:11 Does not wisdom call out, and understanding raise her voice?Does not wisdom call out, and understanding raise her voice? 8:22 On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand.On the heights overlooking the road, at the crossroads she takes her stand. 8:33 Beside the gates to the city, at the entrances she cries out:Beside the gates to the city, at the entrances she cries out: 8:44 “To you, O men, I call out, and my cry is to the sons of men.“To you, O men, I call out, and my cry is to the sons of men. 8:55 O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding.O simple ones, learn to be shrewd; O fools, gain understanding. 8:66 Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right.Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right. 8:77 For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips. 8:88 All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse.All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse. 8:99 They are all plain to the discerning, and upright to those who find knowledge.They are all plain to the discerning, and upright to those who find knowledge. 8:1010 Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold.Receive my instruction instead of silver, and knowledge rather than pure gold. 8:1111 For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her.For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire compares with her. 8:1212 I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion.I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence, and I find knowledge and discretion. 8:1313 To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech.To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech. 8:1414 Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have insight and strength.Counsel and sound judgment are mine; I have insight and strength. 8:1515 By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws;By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws; 8:1616 By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly.By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly. 8:1717 I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me.I love those who love me, and those who seek me early shall find me. 8:1818 With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and righteousness.With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and righteousness. 8:1919 My fruit is better than gold, pure gold, and my harvest surpasses choice silver.My fruit is better than gold, pure gold, and my harvest surpasses choice silver. 8:2020 I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice,I walk in the way of righteousness, along the paths of justice, 8:2121 bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full.bestowing wealth on those who love me and making their treasuries full. 8:2222 The LORD created me as His first course, before His works of old.The LORD created me as His first course, before His works of old. 8:2323 From everlasting I was established, from the beginning, before the earth began.From everlasting I was established, from the beginning, before the earth began. 8:2424 When there were no watery depths, I was brought forth, when no springs were overflowing with water.When there were no watery depths, I was brought forth, when no springs were overflowing with water. 8:2525 Before the mountains were settled, before the hills, I was brought forth,Before the mountains were settled, before the hills, I was brought forth, 8:2626 before He made the land or fields, or any of the dust of the earth.before He made the land or fields, or any of the dust of the earth. 8:2727 I was there when He established the heavens, when He inscribed a circle on the face of the deep,I was there when He established the heavens, when He inscribed a circle on the face of the deep, 8:2828 when He established the clouds above, when the fountains of the deep gushed forth,when He established the clouds above, when the fountains of the deep gushed forth, 8:2929 when He set a boundary for the sea, so that the waters would not surpass His command, when He marked out the foundations of the earth.when He set a boundary for the sea, so that the waters would not surpass His command, when He marked out the foundations of the earth. 8:3030 Then I was a skilled craftsman at His side, and His delight day by day, rejoicing always in His presence.Then I was a skilled craftsman at His side, and His delight day by day, rejoicing always in His presence. 8:3131 I was rejoicing in His whole world, delighting together in the sons of men.I was rejoicing in His whole world, delighting together in the sons of men. 8:3232 Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways.Now therefore, my sons, listen to me, for blessed are those who keep my ways. 8:3333 Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it.Listen to instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. 8:3434 Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at the posts of my doorway.Blessed is the man who listens to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at the posts of my doorway. 8:3535 For whoever finds me finds life and obtains the favor of the LORD.For whoever finds me finds life and obtains the favor of the LORD. 8:3636 But he who fails to find me harms himself; all who hate me love death.”But he who fails to find me harms himself; all who hate me love death.”
Proverbs 9
9:11 Wisdom has built her house; she has carved out her seven pillars.Wisdom has built her house; she has carved out her seven pillars. 9:22 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table.She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 9:33 She has sent out her maidservants; she calls out from the heights of the city.She has sent out her maidservants; she calls out from the heights of the city. 9:44 “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” she says to him who lacks judgment.“Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” she says to him who lacks judgment. 9:55 “Come, eat my bread and drink the wine I have mixed.“Come, eat my bread and drink the wine I have mixed. 9:66 Leave your folly behind, and you will live; walk in the way of understanding.”Leave your folly behind, and you will live; walk in the way of understanding.” 9:77 He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself.He who corrects a mocker brings shame on himself; he who rebukes a wicked man taints himself. 9:88 Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you.Do not rebuke a mocker, or he will hate you; rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. 9:99 Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning.Instruct a wise man, and he will be wiser still; teach a righteous man, and he will increase his learning. 9:1010 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. 9:1111 For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life.For through wisdom your days will be multiplied, and years will be added to your life. 9:1212 If you are wise, you are wise to your own advantage; but if you scoff, you alone will bear the consequences.If you are wise, you are wise to your own advantage; but if you scoff, you alone will bear the consequences. 9:1313 The woman named Folly is loud; she is naive and knows nothing.The woman named Folly is loud; she is naive and knows nothing. 9:1414 She sits at the door of her house, on a seat in the heights of the city,She sits at the door of her house, on a seat in the heights of the city, 9:1515 calling out to those who pass by, who make their paths straight.calling out to those who pass by, who make their paths straight. 9:1616 “Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” she says to him who lacks judgment.“Whoever is simple, let him turn in here!” she says to him who lacks judgment. 9:1717 “Stolen water is sweet, and bread eaten in secret is tasty!”“Stolen water is sweet, and bread eaten in secret is tasty!” 9:1818 But they do not know that the dead are there, that her guests are in the depths of Sheol.But they do not know that the dead are there, that her guests are in the depths of Sheol.
Proverbs 10
10:11 The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother.The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son grief to his mother. 10:22 Ill-gotten treasures profit nothing, but righteousness brings deliverance from death.Ill-gotten treasures profit nothing, but righteousness brings deliverance from death. 10:33 The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry, but He denies the craving of the wicked.The LORD does not let the righteous go hungry, but He denies the craving of the wicked. 10:44 Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth.Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth. 10:55 He who gathers in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.He who gathers in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son. 10:66 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 10:77 The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. 10:88 A wise heart will receive commandments, but foolish lips will come to ruin.A wise heart will receive commandments, but foolish lips will come to ruin. 10:99 He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out.He who walks in integrity walks securely, but he who perverts his ways will be found out. 10:1010 He who winks the eye causes grief, and foolish lips will come to ruin.He who winks the eye causes grief, and foolish lips will come to ruin. 10:1111 The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 10:1212 Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions.Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions. 10:1313 Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment.Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment. 10:1414 The wise store up knowledge, but the mouth of the fool invites destruction.The wise store up knowledge, but the mouth of the fool invites destruction. 10:1515 The wealth of the rich man is his fortified city, but poverty is the ruin of the poor.The wealth of the rich man is his fortified city, but poverty is the ruin of the poor. 10:1616 The labor of the righteous leads to life, but the gain of the wicked brings punishment.The labor of the righteous leads to life, but the gain of the wicked brings punishment. 10:1717 Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who ignores reproof goes astray.Whoever heeds instruction is on the path to life, but he who ignores reproof goes astray. 10:1818 The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool.The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool. 10:1919 When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise. 10:2020 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked has little worth.The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked has little worth. 10:2121 The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of judgment.The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of judgment. 10:2222 The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it.The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it. 10:2323 The fool delights in shameful conduct, but a man of understanding has wisdom.The fool delights in shameful conduct, but a man of understanding has wisdom. 10:2424 What the wicked man dreads will overtake him, but the desire of the righteous will be granted.What the wicked man dreads will overtake him, but the desire of the righteous will be granted. 10:2525 When the whirlwind passes, the wicked are no more, but the righteous are secure forever.When the whirlwind passes, the wicked are no more, but the righteous are secure forever. 10:2626 Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is the slacker to those who send him.Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes, so is the slacker to those who send him. 10:2727 The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short.The fear of the LORD prolongs life, but the years of the wicked will be cut short. 10:2828 The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish.The hope of the righteous is joy, but the expectations of the wicked will perish. 10:2929 The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil.The way of the LORD is a refuge to the upright, but destruction awaits those who do evil. 10:3030 The righteous will never be shaken, but the wicked will not inhabit the land.The righteous will never be shaken, but the wicked will not inhabit the land. 10:3131 The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out.The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom, but a perverse tongue will be cut out. 10:3232 The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse.The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse.
Proverbs 11
11:11 Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight.Dishonest scales are an abomination to the LORD, but an accurate weight is His delight. 11:22 When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom.When pride comes, disgrace follows, but with humility comes wisdom. 11:33 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the perversity of the faithless destroys them.The integrity of the upright guides them, but the perversity of the faithless destroys them. 11:44 Riches are worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness brings deliverance from death.Riches are worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness brings deliverance from death. 11:55 The righteousness of the blameless directs their path, but the wicked fall by their own wickedness.The righteousness of the blameless directs their path, but the wicked fall by their own wickedness. 11:66 The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the faithless are trapped by their own desires.The righteousness of the upright delivers them, but the faithless are trapped by their own desires. 11:77 When the wicked man dies, his hope perishes, and the hope of his strength vanishes.When the wicked man dies, his hope perishes, and the hope of his strength vanishes. 11:88 The righteous man is delivered from trouble; in his place the wicked man goes in.The righteous man is delivered from trouble; in his place the wicked man goes in. 11:99 With his mouth the ungodly man destroys his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous are rescued.With his mouth the ungodly man destroys his neighbor, but through knowledge the righteous are rescued. 11:1010 When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.When the righteous thrive, the city rejoices, and when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy. 11:1111 By the blessing of the upright a city is built up, but by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down.By the blessing of the upright a city is built up, but by the mouth of the wicked it is torn down. 11:1212 Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent.Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks judgment, but a man of understanding remains silent. 11:1313 A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence. 11:1414 For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance. 11:1515 He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure. 11:1616 A gracious woman attains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.A gracious woman attains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth. 11:1717 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself. 11:1818 The wicked man earns an empty wage, but he who sows righteousness reaps a true reward.The wicked man earns an empty wage, but he who sows righteousness reaps a true reward. 11:1919 Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death.Genuine righteousness leads to life, but the pursuit of evil brings death. 11:2020 The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight.The perverse in heart are an abomination to the LORD, but the blameless in their walk are His delight. 11:2121 Be assured that the wicked will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will escape.Be assured that the wicked will not go unpunished, but the offspring of the righteous will escape. 11:2222 Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion. 11:2323 The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath.The desire of the righteous leads only to good, but the hope of the wicked brings wrath. 11:2424 One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor.One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor. 11:2525 A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed. 11:2626 The people will curse the hoarder of grain, but blessing will crown the one who sells it.The people will curse the hoarder of grain, but blessing will crown the one who sells it. 11:2727 He who searches out good finds favor, but evil will come to him who seeks it.He who searches out good finds favor, but evil will come to him who seeks it. 11:2828 He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage.He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like foliage. 11:2929 He who brings trouble on his house will inherit the wind, and the fool will be servant to the wise of heart.He who brings trouble on his house will inherit the wind, and the fool will be servant to the wise of heart. 11:3030 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise.The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, and he who wins souls is wise. 11:3131 If the righteous receive their due on earth, how much more the ungodly and the sinner!If the righteous receive their due on earth, how much more the ungodly and the sinner!
Proverbs 12
12:11 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. 12:22 The good man obtains favor from the LORD, but the LORD condemns a man who devises evil.The good man obtains favor from the LORD, but the LORD condemns a man who devises evil. 12:33 A man cannot be established through wickedness, but the righteous cannot be uprooted.A man cannot be established through wickedness, but the righteous cannot be uprooted. 12:44 A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but she who causes shame is like decay in his bones.A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but she who causes shame is like decay in his bones. 12:55 The plans of the righteous are just, but the counsel of the wicked leads to deceit.The plans of the righteous are just, but the counsel of the wicked leads to deceit. 12:66 The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them. 12:77 The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand.The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand. 12:88 A man is praised according to his wisdom, but a twisted mind is despised.A man is praised according to his wisdom, but a twisted mind is despised. 12:99 Better to be lightly esteemed yet have a servant, than to be self-important but lack food.Better to be lightly esteemed yet have a servant, than to be self-important but lack food. 12:1010 A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are only cruelty.A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are only cruelty. 12:1111 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks judgment.The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks judgment. 12:1212 The wicked desire the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.The wicked desire the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes. 12:1313 An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, but a righteous man escapes from trouble.An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, but a righteous man escapes from trouble. 12:1414 By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him.By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him. 12:1515 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel. 12:1616 A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult. 12:1717 He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit. 12:1818 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. 12:1919 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment. 12:2020 Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy.Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy. 12:2121 No harm befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.No harm befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble. 12:2222 Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight. 12:2323 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly. 12:2424 The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor. 12:2525 Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up.Anxiety weighs down the heart of a man, but a good word cheers it up. 12:2626 A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.A righteous man is cautious in friendship, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray. 12:2727 A lazy man does not roast his game, but a diligent man prizes his possession.A lazy man does not roast his game, but a diligent man prizes his possession. 12:2828 There is life in the path of righteousness, but another path leads to death.There is life in the path of righteousness, but another path leads to death.
Proverbs 13
13:11 A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke.A wise son heeds his father’s discipline, but a mocker does not listen to rebuke. 13:22 From the fruit of his lips a man enjoys good things, but the desire of the faithless is violence.From the fruit of his lips a man enjoys good things, but the desire of the faithless is violence. 13:33 He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin. 13:44 The slacker craves yet has nothing, but the soul of the diligent is fully satisfied.The slacker craves yet has nothing, but the soul of the diligent is fully satisfied. 13:55 The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace.The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace. 13:66 Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner.Righteousness guards the man of integrity, but wickedness undermines the sinner. 13:77 One pretends to be rich, but has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth.One pretends to be rich, but has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth. 13:88 Riches may ransom a man’s life, but a poor man hears no threat.Riches may ransom a man’s life, but a poor man hears no threat. 13:99 The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is extinguished.The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is extinguished. 13:1010 Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised.Arrogance leads only to strife, but wisdom is with the well-advised. 13:1111 Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will be multiplied.Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will be multiplied. 13:1212 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life.Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life. 13:1313 He who despises instruction will pay the penalty, but the one who respects a command will be rewarded.He who despises instruction will pay the penalty, but the one who respects a command will be rewarded. 13:1414 The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death. 13:1515 Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult.Good understanding wins favor, but the way of the faithless is difficult. 13:1616 Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly.Every prudent man acts with knowledge, but a fool displays his folly. 13:1717 A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing.A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing. 13:1818 Poverty and shame come to him who ignores discipline, but whoever heeds correction is honored.Poverty and shame come to him who ignores discipline, but whoever heeds correction is honored. 13:1919 Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is detestable to fools.Desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul, but turning from evil is detestable to fools. 13:2020 He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed.He who walks with the wise will become wise, but the companion of fools will be destroyed. 13:2121 Disaster pursues sinners, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous.Disaster pursues sinners, but prosperity is the reward of the righteous. 13:2222 A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is passed to the righteous.A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the sinner’s wealth is passed to the righteous. 13:2323 Abundant food is in the fallow ground of the poor, but without justice it is swept away.Abundant food is in the fallow ground of the poor, but without justice it is swept away. 13:2424 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently.He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently. 13:2525 A righteous man eats to his heart’s content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.A righteous man eats to his heart’s content, but the stomach of the wicked is empty.
Proverbs 14
14:11 Every wise woman builds her house, but a foolish one tears it down with her own hands.Every wise woman builds her house, but a foolish one tears it down with her own hands. 14:22 He who walks in uprightness fears the LORD, but the one who is devious in his ways despises Him.He who walks in uprightness fears the LORD, but the one who is devious in his ways despises Him. 14:33 The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them. 14:44 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox.Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. 14:55 An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies.An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. 14:66 A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. 14:77 Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech.Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech. 14:88 The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them.The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them. 14:99 Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright.Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright. 14:1010 The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares in its joy.The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares in its joy. 14:1111 The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish.The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish. 14:1212 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. 14:1313 Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow.Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow. 14:1414 The backslider in heart receives the fill of his own ways, but a good man is rewarded for his ways.The backslider in heart receives the fill of his own ways, but a good man is rewarded for his ways. 14:1515 The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps. 14:1616 A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless.A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless. 14:1717 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated. 14:1818 The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 14:1919 The evil bow before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.The evil bow before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous. 14:2020 The poor man is hated even by his neighbor, but many are those who love the rich.The poor man is hated even by his neighbor, but many are those who love the rich. 14:2121 He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who shows kindness to the poor.He who despises his neighbor sins, but blessed is he who shows kindness to the poor. 14:2222 Do not those who contrive evil go astray? But those who plan goodness find loving devotion and faithfulness.Do not those who contrive evil go astray? But those who plan goodness find loving devotion and faithfulness. 14:2323 There is profit in all labor, but mere talk leads only to poverty.There is profit in all labor, but mere talk leads only to poverty. 14:2424 The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the effort of fools is folly.The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the effort of fools is folly. 14:2525 A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful. 14:2626 He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge. 14:2727 The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death.The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, turning a man from the snares of death. 14:2828 A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin.A large population is a king’s splendor, but a lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin. 14:2929 A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly. 14:3030 A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy rots the bones.A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy rots the bones. 14:3131 Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him.Whoever oppresses the poor taunts their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him. 14:3232 The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death.The wicked man is thrown down by his own sin, but the righteous man has a refuge even in death. 14:3333 Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known.Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known. 14:3434 Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people. 14:3535 A king delights in a wise servant, but his anger falls on the shameful.A king delights in a wise servant, but his anger falls on the shameful.
Proverbs 15
15:11 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 15:22 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly.The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly. 15:33 The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good.The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good. 15:44 A soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit.A soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit. 15:55 A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent.A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but whoever heeds correction is prudent. 15:66 The house of the righteous has great treasure, but the income of the wicked is trouble.The house of the righteous has great treasure, but the income of the wicked is trouble. 15:77 The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but not so the hearts of fools.The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but not so the hearts of fools. 15:88 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight.The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight. 15:99 The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness.The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves those who pursue righteousness. 15:1010 Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die.Discipline is harsh for him who leaves the path; he who hates correction will die. 15:1111 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men!Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD—how much more the hearts of men! 15:1212 A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise.A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise. 15:1313 A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit.A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit. 15:1414 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly. 15:1515 All the days of the oppressed are bad, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.All the days of the oppressed are bad, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast. 15:1616 Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure with turmoil.Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure with turmoil. 15:1717 Better a dish of vegetables where there is love than a fattened ox with hatred.Better a dish of vegetables where there is love than a fattened ox with hatred. 15:1818 A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute. 15:1919 The way of the slacker is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway.The way of the slacker is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway. 15:2020 A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. 15:2121 Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path.Folly is joy to one who lacks judgment, but a man of understanding walks a straight path. 15:2222 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. 15:2323 A man takes joy in a fitting reply—and how good is a timely word!A man takes joy in a fitting reply—and how good is a timely word! 15:2424 The path of life leads upward for the wise, that he may avoid going down to Sheol.The path of life leads upward for the wise, that he may avoid going down to Sheol. 15:2525 The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but He protects the boundaries of the widow.The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but He protects the boundaries of the widow. 15:2626 The LORD detests the thoughts of the wicked, but the words of the pure are pleasant to Him.The LORD detests the thoughts of the wicked, but the words of the pure are pleasant to Him. 15:2727 He who is greedy for unjust gain brings trouble on his household, but he who hates bribes will live.He who is greedy for unjust gain brings trouble on his household, but he who hates bribes will live. 15:2828 The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil.The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. 15:2929 The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. 15:3030 The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones.The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. 15:3131 He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise. 15:3232 He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.He who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding. 15:3333 The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor.
Proverbs 16
16:11 The plans of the heart belong to man, but the reply of the tongue is from the LORD.The plans of the heart belong to man, but the reply of the tongue is from the LORD. 16:22 All a man’s ways are pure in his own eyes, but his motives are weighed out by the LORD.All a man’s ways are pure in his own eyes, but his motives are weighed out by the LORD. 16:33 Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved.Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved. 16:44 The LORD has made everything for His purpose—even the wicked for the day of disaster.The LORD has made everything for His purpose—even the wicked for the day of disaster. 16:55 Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished.Everyone who is proud in heart is detestable to the LORD; be assured that he will not go unpunished. 16:66 By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil.By loving devotion and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns aside from evil. 16:77 When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him. 16:88 Better a little with righteousness than great gain with injustice.Better a little with righteousness than great gain with injustice. 16:99 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. 16:1010 A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice.A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice. 16:1111 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern. 16:1212 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness. 16:1313 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved. 16:1414 The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it. 16:1515 When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring. 16:1616 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver. 16:1717 The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life.The highway of the upright leads away from evil; he who guards his way protects his life. 16:1818 Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. 16:1919 It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud.It is better to be lowly in spirit among the humble than to divide the spoil with the proud. 16:2020 Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD. 16:2121 The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction. 16:2222 Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly. 16:2323 The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips. 16:2424 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 16:2525 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death. 16:2626 A worker’s appetite works for him because his hunger drives him onward.A worker’s appetite works for him because his hunger drives him onward. 16:2727 A worthless man digs up evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire.A worthless man digs up evil, and his speech is like a scorching fire. 16:2828 A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends.A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends. 16:2929 A violent man entices his neighbor and leads him down a path that is not good.A violent man entices his neighbor and leads him down a path that is not good. 16:3030 He who winks his eye devises perversity; he who purses his lips is bent on evil.He who winks his eye devises perversity; he who purses his lips is bent on evil. 16:3131 Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness.Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness. 16:3232 He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city.He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city. 16:3333 The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.
Proverbs 17
17:11 Better a dry morsel in quietness than a house full of feasting with strife.Better a dry morsel in quietness than a house full of feasting with strife. 17:22 A wise servant will rule over a disgraceful son and share his inheritance as one of the brothers.A wise servant will rule over a disgraceful son and share his inheritance as one of the brothers. 17:33 A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but the LORD is the tester of hearts.A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but the LORD is the tester of hearts. 17:44 A wicked man listens to evil lips; a liar gives ear to a destructive tongue.A wicked man listens to evil lips; a liar gives ear to a destructive tongue. 17:55 He who mocks the poor insults their Maker; whoever gloats over calamity will not go unpunished.He who mocks the poor insults their Maker; whoever gloats over calamity will not go unpunished. 17:66 Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father.Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father. 17:77 Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler! 17:88 A bribe is a charm to its giver; wherever he turns, he succeeds.A bribe is a charm to its giver; wherever he turns, he succeeds. 17:99 Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends. 17:1010 A rebuke cuts into a man of discernment deeper than a hundred lashes cut into a fool.A rebuke cuts into a man of discernment deeper than a hundred lashes cut into a fool. 17:1111 An evil man seeks only rebellion; a cruel messenger will be sent against him.An evil man seeks only rebellion; a cruel messenger will be sent against him. 17:1212 It is better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly.It is better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly. 17:1313 If anyone returns evil for good, evil will never leave his house.If anyone returns evil for good, evil will never leave his house. 17:1414 To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out.To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out. 17:1515 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous—both are detestable to the LORD.Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous—both are detestable to the LORD. 17:1616 Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom?Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom? 17:1717 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. 17:1818 A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor. 17:1919 He who loves transgression loves strife; he who builds his gate high invites destruction.He who loves transgression loves strife; he who builds his gate high invites destruction. 17:2020 The one with a perverse heart finds no good, and he whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble.The one with a perverse heart finds no good, and he whose tongue is deceitful falls into trouble. 17:2121 A man fathers a fool to his own grief; the father of a fool has no joy.A man fathers a fool to his own grief; the father of a fool has no joy. 17:2222 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. 17:2323 A wicked man takes a covert bribe to subvert the course of justice.A wicked man takes a covert bribe to subvert the course of justice. 17:2424 Wisdom is the focus of the discerning, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.Wisdom is the focus of the discerning, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth. 17:2525 A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him.A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him. 17:2626 It is surely not good to punish the innocent or to flog a noble for his honesty.It is surely not good to punish the innocent or to flog a noble for his honesty. 17:2727 A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. 17:2828 Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.
Proverbs 18
18:11 He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment.He who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound judgment. 18:22 A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions.A fool does not delight in understanding, but only in airing his opinions. 18:33 With a wicked man comes contempt as well, and shame is accompanied by disgrace.With a wicked man comes contempt as well, and shame is accompanied by disgrace. 18:44 The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook. 18:55 Showing partiality to the wicked is not good, nor is depriving the innocent of justice.Showing partiality to the wicked is not good, nor is depriving the innocent of justice. 18:66 A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating. 18:77 A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul. 18:88 The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being. 18:99 Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys. 18:1010 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe. 18:1111 A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination.A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination. 18:1212 Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor. 18:1313 He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him.He who answers a matter before he hears it—this is folly and disgrace to him. 18:1414 The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit? 18:1515 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out.The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks it out. 18:1616 A man’s gift opens doors for him, and brings him before great men.A man’s gift opens doors for him, and brings him before great men. 18:1717 The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him. 18:1818 Casting the lot ends quarrels and separates strong opponents.Casting the lot ends quarrels and separates strong opponents. 18:1919 An offended brother is harder to win than a fortified city, and disputes are like the bars of a castle.An offended brother is harder to win than a fortified city, and disputes are like the bars of a castle. 18:2020 From the fruit of his mouth a man’s belly is filled; with the harvest from his lips he is satisfied.From the fruit of his mouth a man’s belly is filled; with the harvest from his lips he is satisfied. 18:2121 Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. 18:2222 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD.He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD. 18:2323 The poor man pleads for mercy, but the rich man answers harshly.The poor man pleads for mercy, but the rich man answers harshly. 18:2424 A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who stays closer than a brother.
Proverbs 19
19:11 Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a fool whose lips are perverse.Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a fool whose lips are perverse. 19:22 Even zeal is no good without knowledge, and he who hurries his footsteps misses the mark.Even zeal is no good without knowledge, and he who hurries his footsteps misses the mark. 19:33 A man’s own folly subverts his way, yet his heart rages against the LORD.A man’s own folly subverts his way, yet his heart rages against the LORD. 19:44 Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend.Wealth attracts many friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend. 19:55 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape.A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape. 19:66 Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver.Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver. 19:77 All the brothers of a poor man hate him—how much more do his friends avoid him! He may pursue them with pleading, but they are nowhere to be found.All the brothers of a poor man hate him—how much more do his friends avoid him! He may pursue them with pleading, but they are nowhere to be found. 19:88 He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success.He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success. 19:99 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish.A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish. 19:1010 Luxury is unseemly for a fool—how much worse for a slave to rule over princes!Luxury is unseemly for a fool—how much worse for a slave to rule over princes! 19:1111 A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense. 19:1212 A king’s rage is like the roar of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass.A king’s rage is like the roar of a lion, but his favor is like dew on the grass. 19:1313 A foolish son is his father’s ruin, and a quarrelsome wife is like a constant dripping.A foolish son is his father’s ruin, and a quarrelsome wife is like a constant dripping. 19:1414 Houses and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD.Houses and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD. 19:1515 Laziness brings on deep sleep, and an idle soul will suffer hunger.Laziness brings on deep sleep, and an idle soul will suffer hunger. 19:1616 He who keeps a commandment preserves his soul, but he who is careless in his ways will die.He who keeps a commandment preserves his soul, but he who is careless in his ways will die. 19:1717 Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender.Kindness to the poor is a loan to the LORD, and He will repay the lender. 19:1818 Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be party to his death.Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be party to his death. 19:1919 A man of great anger must pay the penalty; if you rescue him, you will have to do so again.A man of great anger must pay the penalty; if you rescue him, you will have to do so again. 19:2020 Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days.Listen to counsel and accept discipline, that you may be wise the rest of your days. 19:2121 Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail.Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail. 19:2222 The desire of a man is loving devotion; better to be poor than a liar.The desire of a man is loving devotion; better to be poor than a liar. 19:2323 The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm.The fear of the LORD leads to life, that one may rest content, without visitation from harm. 19:2424 The slacker buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth.The slacker buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth. 19:2525 Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge. 19:2626 He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace.He who assaults his father or evicts his mother is a son who brings shame and disgrace. 19:2727 If you cease to hear instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.If you cease to hear instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge. 19:2828 A corrupt witness mocks justice, and a wicked mouth swallows iniquity.A corrupt witness mocks justice, and a wicked mouth swallows iniquity. 19:2929 Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
Proverbs 20
20:11 Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise.Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise. 20:22 The terror of a king is like the roar of a lion; whoever provokes him forfeits his own life.The terror of a king is like the roar of a lion; whoever provokes him forfeits his own life. 20:33 It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute, but any fool will quarrel.It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute, but any fool will quarrel. 20:44 The slacker does not plow in season; at harvest time he looks, but nothing is there.The slacker does not plow in season; at harvest time he looks, but nothing is there. 20:55 The intentions of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out.The intentions of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out. 20:66 Many a man proclaims his loving devotion, but who can find a trustworthy man?Many a man proclaims his loving devotion, but who can find a trustworthy man? 20:77 The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him.The righteous man walks with integrity; blessed are his children after him. 20:88 A king who sits on a throne to judge sifts out all evil with his eyes.A king who sits on a throne to judge sifts out all evil with his eyes. 20:99 Who can say, “I have kept my heart pure; I am cleansed from my sin”?Who can say, “I have kept my heart pure; I am cleansed from my sin”? 20:1010 Differing weights and unequal measures—both are detestable to the LORD.Differing weights and unequal measures—both are detestable to the LORD. 20:1111 Even a young man is known by his actions—whether his conduct is pure and upright.Even a young man is known by his actions—whether his conduct is pure and upright. 20:1212 Ears that hear and eyes that see—the LORD has made them both.Ears that hear and eyes that see—the LORD has made them both. 20:1313 Do not love sleep, or you will grow poor; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of food.Do not love sleep, or you will grow poor; open your eyes, and you will have plenty of food. 20:1414 “Worthless, worthless!” says the buyer, but on the way out, he gloats.“Worthless, worthless!” says the buyer, but on the way out, he gloats. 20:1515 There is an abundance of gold and rubies, but lips of knowledge are a rare treasure.There is an abundance of gold and rubies, but lips of knowledge are a rare treasure. 20:1616 Take the garment of the one who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner.Take the garment of the one who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner. 20:1717 Food gained by fraud is sweet to a man, but later his mouth is full of gravel.Food gained by fraud is sweet to a man, but later his mouth is full of gravel. 20:1818 Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance.Set plans by consultation, and wage war under sound guidance. 20:1919 He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid the one who babbles with his lips.He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid the one who babbles with his lips. 20:2020 Whoever curses his father or mother, his lamp will be extinguished in deepest darkness.Whoever curses his father or mother, his lamp will be extinguished in deepest darkness. 20:2121 An inheritance gained quickly will not be blessed in the end.An inheritance gained quickly will not be blessed in the end. 20:2222 Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you. 20:2323 Unequal weights are detestable to the LORD, and dishonest scales are no good.Unequal weights are detestable to the LORD, and dishonest scales are no good. 20:2424 A man’s steps are from the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way?A man’s steps are from the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way? 20:2525 It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows.It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows. 20:2626 A wise king separates out the wicked and drives the threshing wheel over them.A wise king separates out the wicked and drives the threshing wheel over them. 20:2727 The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being. 20:2828 Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king; by these he maintains his throne.Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king; by these he maintains his throne. 20:2929 The glory of young men is their strength, and gray hair is the splendor of the old.The glory of young men is their strength, and gray hair is the splendor of the old. 20:3030 Lashes and wounds scour evil, and beatings cleanse the inmost parts.Lashes and wounds scour evil, and beatings cleanse the inmost parts.
Proverbs 21
21:11 The king’s heart is a waterway in the hand of the LORD; He directs it where He pleases.The king’s heart is a waterway in the hand of the LORD; He directs it where He pleases. 21:22 All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart. 21:33 To do righteousness and justice is more desirable to the LORD than sacrifice.To do righteousness and justice is more desirable to the LORD than sacrifice. 21:44 Haughty eyes and a proud heart—the guides of the wicked—are sin.Haughty eyes and a proud heart—the guides of the wicked—are sin. 21:55 The plans of the diligent bring plenty, as surely as haste leads to poverty.The plans of the diligent bring plenty, as surely as haste leads to poverty. 21:66 Making a fortune by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist, a deadly pursuit.Making a fortune by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist, a deadly pursuit. 21:77 The violence of the wicked will sweep them away because they refuse to do what is just.The violence of the wicked will sweep them away because they refuse to do what is just. 21:88 The way of a guilty man is crooked, but the conduct of the innocent is upright.The way of a guilty man is crooked, but the conduct of the innocent is upright. 21:99 Better to live on a corner of the roof than to share a house with a quarrelsome wife.Better to live on a corner of the roof than to share a house with a quarrelsome wife. 21:1010 The soul of the wicked man craves evil; his neighbor finds no favor in his eyes.The soul of the wicked man craves evil; his neighbor finds no favor in his eyes. 21:1111 When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge.When a mocker is punished, the simple gain wisdom; and when a wise man is instructed, he acquires knowledge. 21:1212 The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin.The Righteous One considers the house of the wicked and brings the wicked to ruin. 21:1313 Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too shall cry out and receive no answer.Whoever shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too shall cry out and receive no answer. 21:1414 A gift in secret soothes anger, and a covert bribe pacifies great wrath.A gift in secret soothes anger, and a covert bribe pacifies great wrath. 21:1515 Justice executed is a joy to the righteous, but a terror to the workers of iniquity.Justice executed is a joy to the righteous, but a terror to the workers of iniquity. 21:1616 The man who strays from the path of understanding will rest in the assembly of the dead.The man who strays from the path of understanding will rest in the assembly of the dead. 21:1717 He who loves pleasure will become poor; the one who loves wine and oil will never be rich.He who loves pleasure will become poor; the one who loves wine and oil will never be rich. 21:1818 The wicked become a ransom for the righteous, and the faithless for the upright.The wicked become a ransom for the righteous, and the faithless for the upright. 21:1919 Better to live in the desert than with a contentious and ill-tempered wife.Better to live in the desert than with a contentious and ill-tempered wife. 21:2020 Precious treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man consumes them.Precious treasures and oil are in the dwelling of the wise, but a foolish man consumes them. 21:2121 He who pursues righteousness and loving devotion finds life, righteousness, and honor.He who pursues righteousness and loving devotion finds life, righteousness, and honor. 21:2222 A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust.A wise man scales the city of the mighty and pulls down the stronghold in which they trust. 21:2323 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. 21:2424 Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride.Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride. 21:2525 The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work. 21:2626 All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint.All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint. 21:2727 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable—how much more so when brought with ill intent!The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable—how much more so when brought with ill intent! 21:2828 A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever. 21:2929 A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure.A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure. 21:3030 There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD. 21:3131 A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.
Proverbs 22
22:11 A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold.A good name is more desirable than great riches; favor is better than silver and gold. 22:22 The rich and the poor have this in common: The LORD is Maker of them all.The rich and the poor have this in common: The LORD is Maker of them all. 22:33 The prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and suffer the consequences.The prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and suffer the consequences. 22:44 The rewards of humility and the fear of the LORD are wealth and honor and life.The rewards of humility and the fear of the LORD are wealth and honor and life. 22:55 Thorns and snares lie on the path of the perverse; he who guards his soul stays far from them.Thorns and snares lie on the path of the perverse; he who guards his soul stays far from them. 22:66 Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. 22:77 The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender. 22:88 He who sows injustice will reap disaster, and the rod of his fury will be destroyed.He who sows injustice will reap disaster, and the rod of his fury will be destroyed. 22:99 A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.A generous man will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor. 22:1010 Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease.Drive out the mocker, and conflict will depart; even quarreling and insults will cease. 22:1111 He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend.He who loves a pure heart and gracious lips will have the king for a friend. 22:1212 The LORD’s eyes keep watch over knowledge, but He frustrates the words of the faithless.The LORD’s eyes keep watch over knowledge, but He frustrates the words of the faithless. 22:1313 The slacker says, “There is a lion outside! I will be slain in the streets!”The slacker says, “There is a lion outside! I will be slain in the streets!” 22:1414 The mouth of an adulteress is a deep pit; he who is under the wrath of the LORD will fall into it.The mouth of an adulteress is a deep pit; he who is under the wrath of the LORD will fall into it. 22:1515 Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him.Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child, but the rod of discipline drives it far from him. 22:1616 Oppressing the poor to enrich oneself or giving gifts to the rich will surely lead to poverty.Oppressing the poor to enrich oneself or giving gifts to the rich will surely lead to poverty. 22:1717 Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise—apply your mind to my knowledge—Incline your ear and hear the words of the wise—apply your mind to my knowledge— 22:1818 for it is pleasing when you keep them within you and they are constantly on your lips.for it is pleasing when you keep them within you and they are constantly on your lips. 22:1919 So that your trust may be in the LORD, I instruct you today—yes, you.So that your trust may be in the LORD, I instruct you today—yes, you. 22:2020 Have I not written for you thirty sayings about counsel and knowledge,Have I not written for you thirty sayings about counsel and knowledge, 22:2121 to show you true and reliable words, that you may soundly answer those who sent you?to show you true and reliable words, that you may soundly answer those who sent you? 22:2222 Do not rob a poor man because he is poor, and do not crush the afflicted at the gate,Do not rob a poor man because he is poor, and do not crush the afflicted at the gate, 22:2323 for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them.for the LORD will take up their case and will plunder those who rob them. 22:2424 Do not make friends with an angry man, and do not associate with a hot-tempered man,Do not make friends with an angry man, and do not associate with a hot-tempered man, 22:2525 or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare.or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare. 22:2626 Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts.Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts. 22:2727 If you have nothing with which to pay, why should your bed be taken from under you?If you have nothing with which to pay, why should your bed be taken from under you? 22:2828 Do not move an ancient boundary stone which your fathers have placed.Do not move an ancient boundary stone which your fathers have placed. 22:2929 Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.
Proverbs 23
23:11 When you sit down to dine with a ruler, consider carefully what is set before you,When you sit down to dine with a ruler, consider carefully what is set before you, 23:22 and put a knife to your throat if you possess a great appetite.and put a knife to your throat if you possess a great appetite. 23:33 Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive.Do not crave his delicacies, for that food is deceptive. 23:44 Do not wear yourself out to get rich; be wise enough to restrain yourself.Do not wear yourself out to get rich; be wise enough to restrain yourself. 23:55 When you glance at wealth, it disappears, for it makes wings for itself and flies like an eagle to the sky.When you glance at wealth, it disappears, for it makes wings for itself and flies like an eagle to the sky. 23:66 Do not eat the bread of a stingy man, and do not crave his delicacies;Do not eat the bread of a stingy man, and do not crave his delicacies; 23:77 for he is keeping track, inwardly counting the cost. “Eat and drink,” he says to you, but his heart is not with you.for he is keeping track, inwardly counting the cost. “Eat and drink,” he says to you, but his heart is not with you. 23:88 You will vomit up what little you have eaten and waste your pleasant words.You will vomit up what little you have eaten and waste your pleasant words. 23:99 Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words.Do not speak to a fool, for he will despise the wisdom of your words. 23:1010 Do not move an ancient boundary stone or encroach on the fields of the fatherless,Do not move an ancient boundary stone or encroach on the fields of the fatherless, 23:1111 for their Redeemer is strong; He will take up their case against you.for their Redeemer is strong; He will take up their case against you. 23:1212 Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge.Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge. 23:1313 Do not withhold discipline from a child; although you strike him with a rod, he will not die.Do not withhold discipline from a child; although you strike him with a rod, he will not die. 23:1414 Strike him with a rod, and you will deliver his soul from Sheol.Strike him with a rod, and you will deliver his soul from Sheol. 23:1515 My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice.My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice. 23:1616 My inmost being will rejoice when your lips speak what is right.My inmost being will rejoice when your lips speak what is right. 23:1717 Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always continue in the fear of the LORD.Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always continue in the fear of the LORD. 23:1818 For surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off.For surely there is a future, and your hope will not be cut off. 23:1919 Listen, my son, and be wise, and guide your heart on the right course.Listen, my son, and be wise, and guide your heart on the right course. 23:2020 Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat.Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat. 23:2121 For the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags.For the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags. 23:2222 Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old.Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old. 23:2323 Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding.Invest in truth and never sell it—in wisdom and instruction and understanding. 23:2424 The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him.The father of a righteous man will greatly rejoice, and he who fathers a wise son will delight in him. 23:2525 May your father and mother be glad, and may she who gave you birth rejoice!May your father and mother be glad, and may she who gave you birth rejoice! 23:2626 My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes delight in my ways.My son, give me your heart, and let your eyes delight in my ways. 23:2727 For a prostitute is a deep pit, and an adulteress is a narrow well.For a prostitute is a deep pit, and an adulteress is a narrow well. 23:2828 Like a robber she lies in wait and multiplies the faithless among men.Like a robber she lies in wait and multiplies the faithless among men. 23:2929 Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has contentions? Who has complaints? Who has needless wounds? Who has bloodshot eyes?Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has contentions? Who has complaints? Who has needless wounds? Who has bloodshot eyes? 23:3030 Those who linger over wine, who go to taste mixed drinks.Those who linger over wine, who go to taste mixed drinks. 23:3131 Do not gaze at wine while it is red, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly.Do not gaze at wine while it is red, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly. 23:3232 In the end it bites like a snake and stings like a viper.In the end it bites like a snake and stings like a viper. 23:3333 Your eyes will see strange things, and your mind will utter perversities.Your eyes will see strange things, and your mind will utter perversities. 23:3434 You will be like one sleeping on the high seas or lying on the top of a mast:You will be like one sleeping on the high seas or lying on the top of a mast: 23:3535 “They struck me, but I feel no pain! They beat me, but I did not know it! When can I wake up to search for another drink?”“They struck me, but I feel no pain! They beat me, but I did not know it! When can I wake up to search for another drink?”
Proverbs 24
24:11 Do not envy wicked men or desire their company;Do not envy wicked men or desire their company; 24:22 for their hearts devise violence, and their lips declare trouble.for their hearts devise violence, and their lips declare trouble. 24:33 By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established;By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established; 24:44 through knowledge its rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure.through knowledge its rooms are filled with every precious and beautiful treasure. 24:55 A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength.A wise man is strong, and a man of knowledge enhances his strength. 24:66 Only with sound guidance should you wage war, and victory lies in a multitude of counselors.Only with sound guidance should you wage war, and victory lies in a multitude of counselors. 24:77 Wisdom is too high for a fool; he does not open his mouth in the meeting place.Wisdom is too high for a fool; he does not open his mouth in the meeting place. 24:88 He who plots evil will be called a schemer.He who plots evil will be called a schemer. 24:99 A foolish scheme is sin, and a mocker is detestable to men.A foolish scheme is sin, and a mocker is detestable to men. 24:1010 If you faint in the day of distress, how small is your strength!If you faint in the day of distress, how small is your strength! 24:1111 Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter.Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter. 24:1212 If you say, “Behold, we did not know about this,” does not He who weighs hearts consider it? Does not the One who guards your life know? Will He not repay a man according to his deeds?If you say, “Behold, we did not know about this,” does not He who weighs hearts consider it? Does not the One who guards your life know? Will He not repay a man according to his deeds? 24:1313 Eat honey, my son, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to your taste.Eat honey, my son, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to your taste. 24:1414 Know therefore that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there is a future for you, and your hope will never be cut off.Know therefore that wisdom is sweet to your soul. If you find it, there is a future for you, and your hope will never be cut off. 24:1515 Do not lie in wait, O wicked man, near the dwelling of the righteous; do not destroy his resting place.Do not lie in wait, O wicked man, near the dwelling of the righteous; do not destroy his resting place. 24:1616 For though a righteous man may fall seven times, he still gets up; but the wicked stumble in bad times.For though a righteous man may fall seven times, he still gets up; but the wicked stumble in bad times. 24:1717 Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles,Do not gloat when your enemy falls, and do not let your heart rejoice when he stumbles, 24:1818 or the LORD will see and disapprove, and turn His wrath away from him.or the LORD will see and disapprove, and turn His wrath away from him. 24:1919 Do not fret over evildoers, and do not be envious of the wicked.Do not fret over evildoers, and do not be envious of the wicked. 24:2020 For the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be extinguished.For the evil man has no future; the lamp of the wicked will be extinguished. 24:2121 My son, fear the LORD and the king, and do not associate with the rebellious.My son, fear the LORD and the king, and do not associate with the rebellious. 24:2222 For they will bring sudden destruction. Who knows what ruin they can bring?For they will bring sudden destruction. Who knows what ruin they can bring? 24:2323 These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good.These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good. 24:2424 Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”—peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”—peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him; 24:2525 but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them. 24:2626 An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips. 24:2727 Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house. 24:2828 Do not testify against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips.Do not testify against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips. 24:2929 Do not say, “I will do to him as he has done to me; I will repay the man according to his work.”Do not say, “I will do to him as he has done to me; I will repay the man according to his work.” 24:3030 I went past the field of a slacker and by the vineyard of a man lacking judgment.I went past the field of a slacker and by the vineyard of a man lacking judgment. 24:3131 Thorns had grown up everywhere, thistles had covered the ground, and the stone wall was broken down.Thorns had grown up everywhere, thistles had covered the ground, and the stone wall was broken down. 24:3232 I observed and took it to heart; I looked and received instruction:I observed and took it to heart; I looked and received instruction: 24:3333 A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest,A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, 24:3434 and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit.and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit.
Proverbs 25
25:11 These are additional proverbs of Solomon, which were copied by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah:These are additional proverbs of Solomon, which were copied by the men of Hezekiah king of Judah: 25:22 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out.It is the glory of God to conceal a matter and the glory of kings to search it out. 25:33 As the heavens are high and the earth is deep, so the hearts of kings cannot be searched.As the heavens are high and the earth is deep, so the hearts of kings cannot be searched. 25:44 Remove the dross from the silver, and a vessel for a silversmith will come forth.Remove the dross from the silver, and a vessel for a silversmith will come forth. 25:55 Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness.Remove the wicked from the king’s presence, and his throne will be established in righteousness. 25:66 Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men;Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of great men; 25:77 for it is better to be told, “Come up here!” than to be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes,for it is better to be told, “Come up here!” than to be demoted in the presence of the prince. Even what you have seen with your own eyes, 25:88 do not bring hastily to court. Otherwise, what will you do in the end when your neighbor puts you to shame?do not bring hastily to court. Otherwise, what will you do in the end when your neighbor puts you to shame? 25:99 Argue your case with your neighbor without betraying another’s confidence,Argue your case with your neighbor without betraying another’s confidence, 25:1010 lest he who hears you bring shame upon you, and your infamy never go away.lest he who hears you bring shame upon you, and your infamy never go away. 25:1111 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. 25:1212 Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear.Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear. 25:1313 Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters.Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters. 25:1414 Like clouds and wind without rain is the man who boasts of gifts never given.Like clouds and wind without rain is the man who boasts of gifts never given. 25:1515 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone. 25:1616 If you find honey, eat just what you need, lest you have too much and vomit it up.If you find honey, eat just what you need, lest you have too much and vomit it up. 25:1717 Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house, lest he grow weary and hate you.Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house, lest he grow weary and hate you. 25:1818 Like a club or sword or sharp arrow is a man who bears false witness against his neighbor.Like a club or sword or sharp arrow is a man who bears false witness against his neighbor. 25:1919 Like a broken tooth or a foot out of joint is confidence in a faithless man in time of trouble.Like a broken tooth or a foot out of joint is confidence in a faithless man in time of trouble. 25:2020 Like one who removes a garment on a cold day or vinegar poured on a wound is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.Like one who removes a garment on a cold day or vinegar poured on a wound is one who sings songs to a heavy heart. 25:2121 If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink.If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. 25:2222 For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you.For in so doing, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you. 25:2323 As the north wind brings forth rain, so a backbiting tongue brings angry looks.As the north wind brings forth rain, so a backbiting tongue brings angry looks. 25:2424 Better to live on a corner of the roof than to share a house with a quarrelsome wife.Better to live on a corner of the roof than to share a house with a quarrelsome wife. 25:2525 Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land.Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land. 25:2626 Like a muddied spring or a polluted well is a righteous man who gives way to the wicked.Like a muddied spring or a polluted well is a righteous man who gives way to the wicked. 25:2727 It is not good to eat too much honey or to search out one’s own glory.It is not good to eat too much honey or to search out one’s own glory. 25:2828 Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.
Proverbs 26
26:11 Like snow in summer and rain at harvest, honor does not befit a fool.Like snow in summer and rain at harvest, honor does not befit a fool. 26:22 Like a fluttering sparrow or darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest.Like a fluttering sparrow or darting swallow, an undeserved curse does not come to rest. 26:33 A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the backs of fools!A whip for the horse, a bridle for the donkey, and a rod for the backs of fools! 26:44 Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be like him.Do not answer a fool according to his folly, or you yourself will be like him. 26:55 Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he become wise in his own eyes.Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he become wise in his own eyes. 26:66 Like cutting off one’s own feet or drinking violence is the sending of a message by the hand of a fool.Like cutting off one’s own feet or drinking violence is the sending of a message by the hand of a fool. 26:77 Like lame legs hanging limp is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.Like lame legs hanging limp is a proverb in the mouth of a fool. 26:88 Like binding a stone into a sling is the giving of honor to a fool.Like binding a stone into a sling is the giving of honor to a fool. 26:99 Like a thorn that goes into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of a fool.Like a thorn that goes into the hand of a drunkard is a proverb in the mouth of a fool. 26:1010 Like an archer who wounds at random is he who hires a fool or passerby.Like an archer who wounds at random is he who hires a fool or passerby. 26:1111 As a dog returns to its vomit, so a fool repeats his folly.As a dog returns to its vomit, so a fool repeats his folly. 26:1212 Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him. 26:1313 The slacker says, “A lion is in the road! A fierce lion roams the public square!”The slacker says, “A lion is in the road! A fierce lion roams the public square!” 26:1414 As a door turns on its hinges, so the slacker turns on his bed.As a door turns on its hinges, so the slacker turns on his bed. 26:1515 The slacker buries his hand in the dish; it wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.The slacker buries his hand in the dish; it wearies him to bring it back to his mouth. 26:1616 The slacker is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer discreetly.The slacker is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer discreetly. 26:1717 Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own.Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own. 26:1818 Like a madman shooting firebrands and deadly arrows,Like a madman shooting firebrands and deadly arrows, 26:1919 so is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I was only joking!”so is the man who deceives his neighbor and says, “I was only joking!” 26:2020 Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases.Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases. 26:2121 Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife.Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife. 26:2222 The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being. 26:2323 Like glaze covering an earthen vessel are burning lips and a wicked heart.Like glaze covering an earthen vessel are burning lips and a wicked heart. 26:2424 A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart.A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart. 26:2525 When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart.When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart. 26:2626 Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly. 26:2727 He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him.He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him. 26:2828 A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.
Proverbs 27
27:11 Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring. 27:22 Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips.Let another praise you, and not your own mouth—a stranger, and not your own lips. 27:33 A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both.A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. 27:44 Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy?Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy? 27:55 Better an open rebuke than love that is concealed.Better an open rebuke than love that is concealed. 27:66 The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful. 27:77 The soul that is full loathes honey, but to a hungry soul, any bitter thing is sweet.The soul that is full loathes honey, but to a hungry soul, any bitter thing is sweet. 27:88 Like a bird that strays from its nest is a man who wanders from his home.Like a bird that strays from its nest is a man who wanders from his home. 27:99 Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul.Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul. 27:1010 Do not forsake your friend or your father’s friend, and do not go to your brother’s house in the day of your calamity; better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away.Do not forsake your friend or your father’s friend, and do not go to your brother’s house in the day of your calamity; better a neighbor nearby than a brother far away. 27:1111 Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, so that I can answer him who taunts me.Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, so that I can answer him who taunts me. 27:1212 The prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.The prudent see danger and take cover, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. 27:1313 Take the garment of him who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner.Take the garment of him who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner. 27:1414 If one blesses his neighbor with a loud voice early in the morning, it will be counted to him as a curse.If one blesses his neighbor with a loud voice early in the morning, it will be counted to him as a curse. 27:1515 A constant dripping on a rainy day and a contentious woman are alike—A constant dripping on a rainy day and a contentious woman are alike— 27:1616 restraining her is like holding back the wind or grasping oil with one’s right hand.restraining her is like holding back the wind or grasping oil with one’s right hand. 27:1717 As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. 27:1818 Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored.Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who looks after his master will be honored. 27:1919 As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the true man.As water reflects the face, so the heart reflects the true man. 27:2020 Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied; so the eyes of man are never satisfied.Sheol and Abaddon are never satisfied; so the eyes of man are never satisfied. 27:2121 A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but a man is tested by the praise accorded him.A crucible for silver and a furnace for gold, but a man is tested by the praise accorded him. 27:2222 Though you grind a fool like grain with mortar and a pestle, yet his folly will not depart from him.Though you grind a fool like grain with mortar and a pestle, yet his folly will not depart from him. 27:2323 Be sure to know the state of your flocks, and pay close attention to your herds;Be sure to know the state of your flocks, and pay close attention to your herds; 27:2424 for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to every generation.for riches are not forever, nor does a crown endure to every generation. 27:2525 When hay is removed and new growth appears and the grass from the hills is gathered,When hay is removed and new growth appears and the grass from the hills is gathered, 27:2626 the lambs will provide you with clothing, and the goats with the price of a field.the lambs will provide you with clothing, and the goats with the price of a field. 27:2727 You will have plenty of goats’ milk to feed you—food for your household and nourishment for your maidservants.You will have plenty of goats’ milk to feed you—food for your household and nourishment for your maidservants.
Proverbs 28
28:11 The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.The wicked flee when no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. 28:22 A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order.A land in rebellion has many rulers, but a man of understanding and knowledge maintains order. 28:33 A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food.A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food. 28:44 Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them.Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, but those who keep the law resist them. 28:55 Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully.Evil men do not understand justice, but those who seek the LORD comprehend fully. 28:66 Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse.Better a poor man who walks with integrity than a rich man whose ways are perverse. 28:77 A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father.A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father. 28:88 He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor.He who increases his wealth by interest and usury lays it up for one who is kind to the poor. 28:99 Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable.Whoever turns his ear away from hearing the law, even his prayer is detestable. 28:1010 He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will inherit what is good.He who leads the upright along the path of evil will fall into his own pit, but the blameless will inherit what is good. 28:1111 A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him.A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him. 28:1212 When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.When the righteous triumph, there is great glory, but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves. 28:1313 He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy. 28:1414 Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble. 28:1515 Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.Like a roaring lion or a charging bear is a wicked ruler over a helpless people. 28:1616 A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days. 28:1717 A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him.A man burdened by bloodguilt will flee into the Pit; let no one support him. 28:1818 He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.He who walks with integrity will be kept safe, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall. 28:1919 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty. 28:2020 A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished.A faithful man will abound with blessings, but one eager to be rich will not go unpunished. 28:2121 To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread.To show partiality is not good, yet a man will do wrong for a piece of bread. 28:2222 A stingy man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him.A stingy man hastens after wealth and does not know that poverty awaits him. 28:2323 He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue.He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue. 28:2424 He who robs his father or mother, saying, “It is not wrong,” is a companion to the man who destroys.He who robs his father or mother, saying, “It is not wrong,” is a companion to the man who destroys. 28:2525 A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper.A greedy man stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the LORD will prosper. 28:2626 He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe.He who trusts in himself is a fool, but one who walks in wisdom will be safe. 28:2727 Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses. 28:2828 When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish.When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish.
Proverbs 29
29:11 A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery.A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery. 29:22 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. 29:33 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. 29:44 By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it.By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it. 29:55 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. 29:66 An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices. 29:77 The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns.The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns. 29:88 Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger.Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger. 29:99 If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution.If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution. 29:1010 Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life. 29:1111 A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back. 29:1212 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. 29:1313 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. 29:1414 A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever.A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever. 29:1515 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother. 29:1616 When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall.When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. 29:1717 Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul.Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul. 29:1818 Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law.Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law. 29:1919 A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond.A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond. 29:2020 Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him. 29:2121 A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end. 29:2222 An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression. 29:2323 A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor.A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor. 29:2424 A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath but does not testify.A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath but does not testify. 29:2525 The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high.The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high. 29:2626 Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD.Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD. 29:2727 An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked.
Proverbs 30
30:11 These are the words of Agur son of Jakeh—the burden that this man declared to Ithiel: “I am weary, O God, and worn out.These are the words of Agur son of Jakeh—the burden that this man declared to Ithiel: “I am weary, O God, and worn out. 30:22 Surely I am the most ignorant of men, and I lack the understanding of a man.Surely I am the most ignorant of men, and I lack the understanding of a man. 30:33 I have not learned wisdom, and I have no knowledge of the Holy One.I have not learned wisdom, and I have no knowledge of the Holy One. 30:44 Who has ascended to heaven and come down? Who has gathered the wind in His hands? Who has bound up the waters in His cloak? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is the name of His Son—surely you know!Who has ascended to heaven and come down? Who has gathered the wind in His hands? Who has bound up the waters in His cloak? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is the name of His Son—surely you know! 30:55 Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him.Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield to those who take refuge in Him. 30:66 Do not add to His words, lest He rebuke you and prove you a liar.Do not add to His words, lest He rebuke you and prove you a liar. 30:77 Two things I ask of You—do not refuse me before I die:Two things I ask of You—do not refuse me before I die: 30:88 Keep falsehood and deceitful words far from me. Give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the bread that is my portion.Keep falsehood and deceitful words far from me. Give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the bread that is my portion. 30:99 Otherwise, I may have too much and deny You, saying, ‘Who is the LORD?’ Or I may become poor and steal, profaning the name of my God.Otherwise, I may have too much and deny You, saying, ‘Who is the LORD?’ Or I may become poor and steal, profaning the name of my God. 30:1010 Do not slander a servant to his master, or he will curse you, and you will bear the guilt.Do not slander a servant to his master, or he will curse you, and you will bear the guilt. 30:1111 There is a generation of those who curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers.There is a generation of those who curse their fathers and do not bless their mothers. 30:1212 There is a generation of those who are pure in their own eyes and yet unwashed of their filth.There is a generation of those who are pure in their own eyes and yet unwashed of their filth. 30:1313 There is a generation—how haughty are their eyes and pretentious are their glances—There is a generation—how haughty are their eyes and pretentious are their glances— 30:1414 there is a generation whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are knives, devouring the oppressed from the earth and the needy from among men.there is a generation whose teeth are swords and whose jaws are knives, devouring the oppressed from the earth and the needy from among men. 30:1515 The leech has two daughters: Give and Give. There are three things that are never satisfied, four that never say, ‘Enough!’:The leech has two daughters: Give and Give. There are three things that are never satisfied, four that never say, ‘Enough!’: 30:1616 Sheol, the barren womb, land never satisfied with water, and fire that never says, ‘Enough!’Sheol, the barren womb, land never satisfied with water, and fire that never says, ‘Enough!’ 30:1717 As for the eye that mocks a father and scorns obedience to a mother, may the ravens of the valley pluck it out and young vultures devour it.As for the eye that mocks a father and scorns obedience to a mother, may the ravens of the valley pluck it out and young vultures devour it. 30:1818 There are three things too wonderful for me, four that I cannot understand:There are three things too wonderful for me, four that I cannot understand: 30:1919 the way of an eagle in the sky, the way of a snake on a rock, the way of a ship at sea, and the way of a man with a maiden.the way of an eagle in the sky, the way of a snake on a rock, the way of a ship at sea, and the way of a man with a maiden. 30:2020 This is the way of an adulteress: She eats and wipes her mouth and says, ‘I have done nothing wrong.’This is the way of an adulteress: She eats and wipes her mouth and says, ‘I have done nothing wrong.’ 30:2121 Under three things the earth trembles, under four it cannot bear up:Under three things the earth trembles, under four it cannot bear up: 30:2222 a servant who becomes king, a fool who is filled with food,a servant who becomes king, a fool who is filled with food, 30:2323 an unloved woman who marries, and a maidservant who supplants her mistress.an unloved woman who marries, and a maidservant who supplants her mistress. 30:2424 Four things on earth are small, yet they are exceedingly wise:Four things on earth are small, yet they are exceedingly wise: 30:2525 The ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer;The ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer; 30:2626 the rock badgers are creatures of little power, yet they make their homes in the rocks;the rock badgers are creatures of little power, yet they make their homes in the rocks; 30:2727 the locusts have no king, yet they all advance in formation;the locusts have no king, yet they all advance in formation; 30:2828 and the lizard can be caught in one’s hands, yet it is found in the palaces of kings.and the lizard can be caught in one’s hands, yet it is found in the palaces of kings. 30:2929 There are three things that are stately in their stride, and four that are impressive in their walk:There are three things that are stately in their stride, and four that are impressive in their walk: 30:3030 a lion, mighty among beasts, refusing to retreat before anything;a lion, mighty among beasts, refusing to retreat before anything; 30:3131 a strutting rooster; a he-goat; and a king with his army around him.a strutting rooster; a he-goat; and a king with his army around him. 30:3232 If you have foolishly exalted yourself or if you have plotted evil, put your hand over your mouth.If you have foolishly exalted yourself or if you have plotted evil, put your hand over your mouth. 30:3333 For as the churning of milk yields butter, and the twisting of the nose draws blood, so the stirring of anger brings forth strife.”For as the churning of milk yields butter, and the twisting of the nose draws blood, so the stirring of anger brings forth strife.”
Proverbs 31
31:11 These are the words of King Lemuel—the burden that his mother taught him:These are the words of King Lemuel—the burden that his mother taught him: 31:22 What shall I say, O my son? What, O son of my womb? What, O son of my vows?What shall I say, O my son? What, O son of my womb? What, O son of my vows? 31:33 Do not spend your strength on women or your vigor on those who ruin kings.Do not spend your strength on women or your vigor on those who ruin kings. 31:44 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, or for rulers to crave strong drink,It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, or for rulers to crave strong drink, 31:55 lest they drink and forget what is decreed, depriving all the oppressed of justice.lest they drink and forget what is decreed, depriving all the oppressed of justice. 31:66 Give strong drink to one who is perishing, and wine to the bitter in soul.Give strong drink to one who is perishing, and wine to the bitter in soul. 31:77 Let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.Let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. 31:88 Open your mouth for those with no voice, for the cause of all the dispossessed.Open your mouth for those with no voice, for the cause of all the dispossessed. 31:99 Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the cause of the poor and needy.Open your mouth, judge righteously, and defend the cause of the poor and needy. 31:1010 A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies.A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. 31:1111 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value.The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value. 31:1212 She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life.She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life. 31:1313 She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands.She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. 31:1414 She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar.She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. 31:1515 She rises while it is still night to provide food for her household and portions for her maidservants.She rises while it is still night to provide food for her household and portions for her maidservants. 31:1616 She appraises a field and buys it; from her earnings she plants a vineyard.She appraises a field and buys it; from her earnings she plants a vineyard. 31:1717 She girds herself with strength and shows that her arms are strong.She girds herself with strength and shows that her arms are strong. 31:1818 She sees that her gain is good, and her lamp is not extinguished at night.She sees that her gain is good, and her lamp is not extinguished at night. 31:1919 She stretches out her hands to the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.She stretches out her hands to the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers. 31:2020 She opens her arms to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy.She opens her arms to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy. 31:2121 When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for they are all clothed in scarlet.When it snows, she has no fear for her household, for they are all clothed in scarlet. 31:2222 She makes coverings for her bed; her clothing is fine linen and purple.She makes coverings for her bed; her clothing is fine linen and purple. 31:2323 Her husband is known at the city gates, where he sits among the elders of the land.Her husband is known at the city gates, where he sits among the elders of the land. 31:2424 She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants.She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. 31:2525 Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come.Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come. 31:2626 She opens her mouth with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.She opens her mouth with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. 31:2727 She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. 31:2828 Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband praises her as well:Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband praises her as well: 31:2929 “Many daughters have done noble things, but you surpass them all!”“Many daughters have done noble things, but you surpass them all!” 31:3030 Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised.Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. 31:3131 Give her the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her at the gates.Give her the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her at the gates.