Proverbs 12
12
1He that loveth correction, loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is foolish.
2He that is good, shall draw grace from the Lord: but he that trusteth in his own devices doth wickedly.
3Men shall not be strengthened by wickedness: and the root of the just shall not be moved.
4A diligent woman is a crown to her husband: and she that doth things worthy of confusion, is a rottenness in his bones.
5The thoughts of the just are judgments: and the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.
6The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood: the mouth of the just shall deliver them.
7Turn the wicked, and they shall not be: but the house of the just shall stand firm.
8A man shall be known by his learning: but he that is vain and foolish, shall be exposed to contempt.
9Better is the poor man that provideth for himself, than he that is glorious and wanteth bread.
10The just regardeth the lives of his beasts: but the bowels of the wicked are cruel.
11He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that pursueth idleness is very foolish. He that is delighted in passing his time over wine, leaveth a reproach in his strong holds.
12The desire of the wicked is the fortification of evil men: but the root of the just shall prosper.
13For the sins of the lips ruin draweth nigh to the evil man: but the just shall escape out of distress.
14By the fruit of his own mouth shall a man be filled with good things, and according to the works of his hands it shall be repaid him.
15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsels.
16A fool immediately sheweth his anger: but he that dissembleth injuries is wise.
17He that speaketh that which he knoweth, sheweth forth justice: but he that lieth, is a deceitful witness.
18There is that promiseth, and is pricked as it were with a sword of conscience: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19The lip of truth shall be steadfast for ever: but he that is a hasty witness, frameth a lying tongue.
20Deceit is in the heart of them that think evil things: but joy followeth them that take counsels of peace.
21Whatsoever shall befall the just man, it shall not make him sad: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
22Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord: but they that deal faithfully please him.
23A cautious man concealeth knowledge: and the heart of fools publisheth folly.
24The hand of the valiant shall bear rule: but that which is slothful, shall be under tribute.
25Grief in the heart of a man shall bring him low, but with a good word he shall be made glad.
26He that neglecteth a loss for the sake of a friend, is just: but the way of the wicked shall deceive them.
27The deceitful man shall not find gain: but the substance of a just man shall be precious gold.
28In the path of justice is life: but the by-way leadeth to death.
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Proverbs 12
12
1Whoever loves discipline loves to learn,
but whoever hates correction is a dumb animal.
2A good person obtains favor from the Lord,
but the Lord condemns everyone who schemes.
3A person cannot stand firm on a foundation of wickedness,
and the roots of righteous people cannot be moved.
4A wife with strength of character is the crown of her husband,
but the wife who disgraces him is like bone cancer.
5The thoughts of righteous people are fair.
The advice of wicked people is treacherous.
6The words of wicked people are a deadly ambush,
but the words #12:6 Or “mouths.” of decent people rescue.
7Overthrow wicked people, and they are no more,
but the families of righteous people continue to stand.
8A person will be praised based on his insight,
but whoever has a twisted mind will be despised.
9Better to be unimportant and have a slave
than to act important and have nothing to eat.
10A righteous person cares ⌞even⌟ about the life of his animals,
but the compassion of wicked people is ⌞nothing but⌟ cruelty.
11Whoever works his land will have plenty to eat,
but the one who chases unrealistic dreams has no sense.
12A wicked person delights in setting a trap for ⌞other⌟ evil people,
but the roots of righteous people produce ⌞fruit⌟.
13An evil person is trapped by his own sinful talk,
but a righteous person escapes from trouble.
14One person enjoys good things as a result of his speaking ability.
Another is paid according to what his hands have accomplished.
15A stubborn fool considers his own way the right one,
but a person who listens to advice is wise.
16When a stubborn fool is irritated, he shows it immediately,
but a sensible person hides the insult.
17A truthful witness speaks honestly,
but a lying witness speaks deceitfully.
18Careless words stab like a sword,
but the words of wise people bring healing.
19The word of truth lasts forever,
but lies last only a moment.
20Deceit is in the heart of those who plan evil,
but joy belongs to those who advise peace.
21No ⌞lasting⌟ harm comes to a righteous person,
but wicked people have lots of trouble.
22Lips that lie are disgusting to the Lord,
but honest people are his delight.
23A sensible person ⌞discreetly⌟ hides knowledge,
but foolish minds preach stupidity.
24Hard-working hands gain control,
but lazy hands do slave labor.
25A person’s anxiety will weigh him down,
but an encouraging word makes him joyful.
26A righteous person looks out for his neighbor,
but the path of wicked people leads others astray.
27A lazy hunter does not catch his prey,
but a hard-working person becomes wealthy.
28Everlasting life is on the way of righteousness.
Eternal death is not along its path.
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