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A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. |
2
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The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. |
3
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The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. |
4
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Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. |
5
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Only a fool despises a parent's discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise. |
6
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There is treasure in the house of the godly, but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. |
7
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The lips of the wise give good advice; the heart of a fool has none to give. |
8
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The LORD detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright. |
9
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The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness. |
10
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Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die. |
11
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Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the LORD. How much more does he know the human heart! |
12
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Mockers hate to be corrected, so they stay away from the wise. |
13
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A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit. |
14
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A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash. |
15
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For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. |
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Better to have little, with fear for the LORD, than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. |
17
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A bowl of vegetables with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate. |
18
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A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them. |
19
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A lazy person's way is blocked with briers, but the path of the upright is an open highway. |
20
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Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother. |
21
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Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path. |
22
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Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success. |
23
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Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! |
24
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The path of life leads upward for the wise; they leave the grave behind. |
25
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The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but he protects the property of widows. |
26
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The LORD detests evil plans, but he delights in pure words. |
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Greed brings grief to the whole family, but those who hate bribes will live. |
28
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The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. |
29
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The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous. |
30
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A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health. |
31
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If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. |
32
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If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. |
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Fear of the LORD teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor. |
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