Popular Bible Verses from Proverbs 14

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There is a way which seems right to a man and appears straight before him, But its end is the way of death.

A calm and peaceful and tranquil heart is life and health to the body, But passion and envy are like rottenness to the bones.

He who is slow to anger has great understanding [and profits from his self-control], But he who is quick-tempered exposes and exalts his foolishness [for all to see]. [Prov 16:32; James 1:19]

The wise woman builds her house [on a foundation of godly precepts, and her household thrives], But the foolish one [who lacks spiritual insight] tears it down with her own hands [by ignoring godly principles].

In the [reverent] fear of the LORD there is strong confidence, And His children will [always] have a place of refuge.

The [reverent] fear of the LORD [that leads to obedience and worship] is a fountain of life, So that one may avoid the snares of death. [John 4:10, 14]

A wise man suspects danger and cautiously avoids evil, But the fool is arrogant and careless.