Proverbs 12:6–9

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

but the speech of the upright rescues them.o

7 The wicked are overthrown and perish,p

but the house of the righteous will stand.q

8 A man is praised for his insight,

but a twisted mind is despised.

9 Better to be disregarded, yet have a servant,

than to act important but have no food.r