Proverbs 13

• 1. A wise child accepts a parent's discipline; a young mocker refuses to listen.
• 2. Good people enjoy the positive results of their words, but those who are treacherous crave violence.
• 3. Those who control their tongue will have a long life; a quick retort can ruin everything.
• 4. Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper and be satisfied.
• 5. Those who are godly hate lies; the wicked come to shame and disgrace.
• 6. Godliness helps people all through life, while the evil are destroyed by their wickedness.
• 7. Some who are poor pretend to be rich; others who are rich pretend to be poor.
• 8. The rich can pay a ransom, but the poor won't even get threatened.
• 9. The life of the godly is full of light and joy, but the sinner's light is snuffed out.
• 10. Pride leads to arguments; those who take advice are wise.
• 11. Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows.
• 12. Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when dreams come true, there is life and joy.
• 13. People who despise advice will find themselves in trouble; those who respect it will succeed.
• 14. The advice of the wise is like a life-giving fountain; those who accept it avoid the snares of death.
• 15. A person with good sense is respected; a treacherous person walks a rocky road.
• 16. Wise people think before they act; fools don't and even brag about it!
• 17. An unreliable messenger stumbles into trouble, but a reliable messenger brings healing.
• 18. If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace; if you accept criticism, you will be honored.
• 19. It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools will not turn from evil to attain them.
• 20. Whoever walks with the wise will become wise; whoever walks with fools will suffer harm.
• 21. Trouble chases sinners, while blessings chase the righteous!
• 22. Good people leave an inheritance to their grandchildren, but the sinner's wealth passes to the godly.
• 23. A poor person's farm may produce much food, but injustice sweeps it all away.
• 24. If you refuse to discipline your children, it proves you don't love them; if you love your children, you will be prompt to discipline them.
• 25. The godly eat to their hearts' content, but the belly of the wicked goes hungry.

Proverbs 14

• 1. A wise woman builds her house; a foolish woman tears hers down with her own hands.
• 2. Those who follow the right path fear the LORD; those who take the wrong path despise him.
• 3. The talk of fools is a rod for their backs, but the words of the wise keep them out of trouble.
• 4. An empty stable stays clean, but no income comes from an empty stable.
• 5. A truthful witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies.
• 6. A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.
• 7. Stay away from fools, for you won't find knowledge there.
• 8. The wise look ahead to see what is coming, but fools deceive themselves.
• 9. Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation.
• 10. Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can fully share its joy.
• 11. The house of the wicked will perish, but the tent of the godly will flourish.
• 12. There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.
• 13. Laughter can conceal a heavy heart; when the laughter ends, the grief remains.
• 14. Backsliders get what they deserve; good people receive their reward.
• 15. Only simpletons believe everything they are told! The prudent carefully consider their steps.
• 16. The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with great confidence.
• 17. Those who are short-tempered do foolish things, and schemers are hated.
• 18. The simpleton is clothed with folly, but the wise person is crowned with knowledge.
• 19. Evil people will bow before good people; the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly.
• 20. The poor are despised even by their neighbors, while the rich have many "friends."
• 21. It is sin to despise one's neighbors; blessed are those who help the poor.
• 22. If you plot evil, you will be lost; but if you plan good, you will be granted unfailing love and faithfulness.
• 23. Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty!
• 24. Wealth is a crown for the wise; the effort of fools yields only folly.
• 25. A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is a traitor.
• 26. Those who fear the LORD are secure; he will be a place of refuge for their children.
• 27. Fear of the LORD is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.
• 28. A growing population is a king's glory; a dwindling nation is his doom.
• 29. Those who control their anger have great understanding; those with a hasty temper will make mistakes.
• 30. A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away.
• 31. Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker, but those who help the poor honor him.
• 32. The wicked are crushed by their sins, but the godly have a refuge when they die.
• 33. Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools.
• 34. Godliness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
• 35. A king rejoices in servants who know what they are doing; he is angry with those who cause trouble.

Proverbs 15

• 1. A gentle answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger.
• 2. The wise person makes learning a joy; fools spout only foolishness.
• 3. The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.
• 4. Gentle words bring life and health; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.
• 5. Only a fool despises a parent's discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise.
• 6. There is treasure in the house of the godly, but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble.
• 7. Only the wise can give good advice; fools cannot do so.
• 8. The LORD hates the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright.
• 9. The LORD despises the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness.
• 10. Whoever abandons the right path will be severely punished; whoever hates correction will die.
• 11. Even the depths of Death and Destruction are known by the LORD. How much more does he know the human heart!
• 12. Mockers don't love those who rebuke them, so they stay away from the wise.
• 13. A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit.
• 14. A wise person is hungry for truth, while the fool feeds on trash.
• 15. For the poor, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.
• 16. It is better to have little with fear for the LORD than to have great treasure with turmoil.
• 17. A bowl of soup with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate.
• 18. A hothead starts fights; a cool-tempered person tries to stop them.
• 19. A lazy person has trouble all through life; the path of the upright is easy!
• 20. Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother.
• 21. Foolishness brings joy to those who have no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path.
• 22. Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many counselors bring success.
• 23. Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
• 24. The path of the wise leads to life above; they leave the grave behind.
• 25. The LORD destroys the house of the proud, but he protects the property of widows.
• 26. The LORD despises the thoughts of the wicked, but he delights in pure words.
• 27. Dishonest money brings grief to the whole family, but those who hate bribes will live.
• 28. The godly think before speaking; the wicked spout evil words.
• 29. The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous.
• 30. A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health.
• 31. If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise.
• 32. If you reject criticism, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.
• 33. Fear of the LORD teaches a person to be wise; humility precedes honor.

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