12 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge,

but one who hates correction is stupid. n

2 The good person obtains favor from the Lord, o

but He condemns a man who schemes. p

3 Man cannot be made secure by wickedness,

but the root of the righteous is immovable. q

4 A capable wife r is her husband’s crown, s

but a wife who causes shame

is like rottenness in his bones. t

5 The thoughts of the righteous are just,

but guidance from the wicked leads to deceit.

6 The words of the wicked are a deadly ambush, u

but the speech of the upright rescues them. v

7 The wicked are overthrown and perish, w

but the house of the righteous will stand. x

8 A man is praised for his insight,

but a twisted mind is despised.

9 Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant,

than to act important but have no food. y

10 A righteous man cares about his animal’s health, z

but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.

11 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, a

but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense. b

12 The wicked desire what evil men have, c

but the root of the righteous produces fruit.

13 An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, d

but a righteous one escapes from trouble. e

14 A man will be satisfied with good

by the words of his mouth, f

and the work of a man’s hands will reward him. g

15 A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, h

but whoever listens to counsel is wise.

16 A fool’s displeasure is known at once,

but whoever ignores an insult is sensible. i

17 Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right,

but a false witness, deceit. j

18 There is one who speaks rashly,

like a piercing sword; k

but the tongue of the wise brings healing. l

19 Truthful lips endure forever,

but a lying tongue, only a moment. m

20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,

but those who promote peace have joy. n

21 No disaster overcomes the righteous, o

but the wicked are full of misery.

22 Lying lips are detestable to the Lord, p

but faithful people are His delight. q

23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,

but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity. r

24 The diligent hand will rule,

but laziness will lead to forced labor. s

25 Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down,

but a good word cheers it up. t

26 A righteous man is careful in dealing with his neighbor, u

but the ways of the wicked lead them astray. v

27 A lazy man doesn’t roast his game, w

but to a diligent man, his wealth is precious. x

28 There is life in the path of righteousness,

but another path leads to death. y z