Proverbs 12:11–23

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

but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense.u

12 The wicked desire what evil people have caught,B

but the root of the righteous is productive.

13 By rebellious speech an evil person is trapped,v

but a righteous person escapes from trouble.w

14 A person will be satisfied with good

by the fruit of his mouth,x

and the work of a person’s hands will reward him.y

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

but whoever listens to counsel is wise.

16 A fool’s displeasure is known at once,

but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.aa

17 Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right,

but a false witness speaks deceit.ab

18 There is one who speaks rashly,

like a piercing sword;ac

but the tongue of the wise brings healing.ad

19 Truthful lips endure forever,

but a lying tongue, only a moment.ae

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

but those who promote peace have joy.a

21 No disaster overcomes the righteous,b

but the wicked are full of misery.

22 Lying lips are detestable to the Lord,c

but faithful people are his delight.d

23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,

but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.e