Better a dry crust of bread eaten in peace than a feast in a house full of strife.
A wise servant charged with disciplining the rebellious son will share the inheritance of his master’s children.
As a crucible assays silver and a furnace, gold, Jehovah appraises the human heart.
The evil doer will listen to lying gossip, and the liar will credit malicious slander.
Whoever mocks the poor insults his Maker, and he who rejoices at calamity will not remain unpunished.
Grandchildren are the crown of the elderly, and the glory of children is their parents.
Eloquent words are unfitting for a fool, much less do lying words become a prince.
A bribe is like a precious jewel to the one who receives it: wherever he turns, he prospers.
He who conceals a transgression promotes affection, but he who repeatedly draws attention to the matter separates good friends.
A single reproof makes a deeper impression on a wise man than a hundred lashes of the whip on a fool.
An evil man seeks only rebellion, but a ruthless messenger will be dispatched against him.
Better a man encounter a mother bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly.
If a man returns evil for good, then evil will never leave his house.
The start of a quarrel is like the opening of a floodgate; therefore, abandon your disagreement before it breaks out.
Exonerating the guilty and condemning the innocent — both of these are an abomination to Jehovah.
Of what use is it for a fool to possess the price to buy knowledge when his mind is incapable of understanding it?
Everlasting is the love of a friend, and a brother is born to help in times of adversity.
It is a man void of sense who pledges casually to become a financial guarantor for a neighbor.
Whoever loves to give offense, loves a quarrel. Whoever builds high his gate invites destruction.
One with a devious mind will not prosper, and he with a defiant tongue will find himself in trouble.
A man who fathers a fool grieves; there is no joy for the father of a fool.
A merry heart is a tonic, but a broken spirit drains one’s strength.
The wicked accept bribes secretly in order to pervert the course of justice.
The discerning person sets his eyes upon wisdom, but the eyes of the fool wander to the ends of the earth.
A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to the mother who bore him.
To place a fine upon the righteous is not good, nor to flog officials when they are honest.
One who is judicious in his use of words is knowledgeable, and one who is even tempered is a man of understanding.
Even a fool is deemed wise when he stays silent, and he who keeps his mouth shut is esteemed as a man of prudence.
Saturday, January 20, 2018
Chapter Sixteen
The plans of the mind belong to man, but how they turn out depends upon Jehovah.
The ways of a man may seem proper in his own eyes, but it is Jehovah who appraises the spirit behind them.
Dedicate your labors to Jehovah and your goals will be accomplished.
Jehovah has created everything for its own purpose, even the wicked for their day of destruction.
Jehovah detests all those who are arrogant of mind; indeed they will not go unpunished.
Sin is atoned for by faithful love and truthfulness; it is through a reverence for Jehovah that one avoids evil.
When a person’s ways are pleasing to Jehovah, he induces even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Better to have little and be upright than to achieve great gain dishonestly.
The mind of a man plans his course, but Jehovah determines his steps.
Divine words proceed from the lips of the king whose speech does not err in judgment.
An accurate balance and an honest scale are Jehovah’s and all the weights in the bag are of his making.
Wrongdoing is an abomination to kings, for the throne is established by righteousness.
Words from righteous lips are a delight to kings, who love those who speak honestly.
The wrath of a king is a bearer of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
The light on a king’s face is life, and his favor is a cloud that brings the rain in spring.
How much better to acquire wisdom than gold; to gain understanding is preferable to silver.
The path of the upright leads away from evil, and he who pays attention to the road he takes preserves his life.
Arrogance precedes destruction, a pompous attitude, a downfall.
Better to be meek and dwell among the poor than to share the plunder of the proud.
He who handles his affairs with wisdom will prosper and whoever has faith in Jehovah will find happiness.
Those who have intelligent minds are astute and use smooth words to promote learning.
Understanding is the fountain of life to those who possess it, but teaching fools is folly.
Those who have intelligent minds watch their language and their words impart learning.
Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
There is a way that seems right to a man, but which in the end leads to his destruction.
The appetite of a worker works for him, for his hunger urges him on.
The worthless man unearths mischief and his words are inflammatory.
A devious man stirs up strife and a gossip breaks up the best of friends.
A violent man tempts his neighbor and leads him down a path that is unwholesome.
Whoever winks his eye is plotting devious acts; he who purses his lips has accomplished evil deeds.
Gray hair makes a crown of glory; it is attained on the path of righteousness.
Better the man who is patient than the man who is powerful, better he who controls his nature than he who conquers a city.
The die may be cast into the lap, but its every fall is determined by Jehovah.
The ways of a man may seem proper in his own eyes, but it is Jehovah who appraises the spirit behind them.
Dedicate your labors to Jehovah and your goals will be accomplished.
Jehovah has created everything for its own purpose, even the wicked for their day of destruction.
Jehovah detests all those who are arrogant of mind; indeed they will not go unpunished.
Sin is atoned for by faithful love and truthfulness; it is through a reverence for Jehovah that one avoids evil.
When a person’s ways are pleasing to Jehovah, he induces even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Better to have little and be upright than to achieve great gain dishonestly.
The mind of a man plans his course, but Jehovah determines his steps.
Divine words proceed from the lips of the king whose speech does not err in judgment.
An accurate balance and an honest scale are Jehovah’s and all the weights in the bag are of his making.
Wrongdoing is an abomination to kings, for the throne is established by righteousness.
Words from righteous lips are a delight to kings, who love those who speak honestly.
The wrath of a king is a bearer of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
The light on a king’s face is life, and his favor is a cloud that brings the rain in spring.
How much better to acquire wisdom than gold; to gain understanding is preferable to silver.
The path of the upright leads away from evil, and he who pays attention to the road he takes preserves his life.
Arrogance precedes destruction, a pompous attitude, a downfall.
Better to be meek and dwell among the poor than to share the plunder of the proud.
He who handles his affairs with wisdom will prosper and whoever has faith in Jehovah will find happiness.
Those who have intelligent minds are astute and use smooth words to promote learning.
Understanding is the fountain of life to those who possess it, but teaching fools is folly.
Those who have intelligent minds watch their language and their words impart learning.
Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
There is a way that seems right to a man, but which in the end leads to his destruction.
The appetite of a worker works for him, for his hunger urges him on.
The worthless man unearths mischief and his words are inflammatory.
A devious man stirs up strife and a gossip breaks up the best of friends.
A violent man tempts his neighbor and leads him down a path that is unwholesome.
Whoever winks his eye is plotting devious acts; he who purses his lips has accomplished evil deeds.
Gray hair makes a crown of glory; it is attained on the path of righteousness.
Better the man who is patient than the man who is powerful, better he who controls his nature than he who conquers a city.
The die may be cast into the lap, but its every fall is determined by Jehovah.
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Chapter Fifteen
A gentle reply turns aside wrath, but a sharp response provokes anger.
The speech of a wise man clarifies knowledge, but a fool only blurts out foolishness.
The eyes of Jehovah are everywhere, keeping a watch on the good and the evil.
Soothing words are a tree of life, but words of defiance demoralize the spirit.
A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but he who accepts reproof shows good sense.
There is much treasure in the house of the righteous, but the wicked accumulates only trouble.
The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but mind of the fool does not.
Jehovah finds detestable the sacrifices made to him by the wicked, but is pleased by the prayers of the upright.
Jehovah abhors the ways of the wicked, but loves those who follow a righteous path.
Those who depart from the righteous path will be harshly disciplined; those who hate reproof will die.
Death and Destruction are not secrets to Jehovah —how much more does he know of the human heart.
The scoffer does not like to be corrected; therefore he does not consult the wise.
A merry heart makes a glad face, but a sad heart makes for a broken spirit.
The mind of an intelligent man hungers for knowledge, but the mouth of the fool feeds on folly.
Every day is miserable for those who are depressed, but one of cheerful mind knows a perpetual feast.
Having little with a reverence for Jehovah is better than having a great treasure with turmoil.
Better a meal of vegetables served with love, than a fatted calf served with hatred.
A quick-tempered man stirs up discord, but one who is slow to anger placates strife.
The way of the sluggard is a patch of thorns, but the way of the upright is a clear road.
A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish man looks down upon his mother.
Foolish meandering brings joy to those who have no sense, but a man of understanding walks with straight steps.
Plans go awry through lack of counsel, but succeed when there are many to give advice.
A man enjoys it when he can make an apt response. How good is a timely, well-placed word!
For the wise the path of life rises upward, away from hell below.
Jehovah will raze the house of the arrogant, but will protect the boundary markers of the widow’s property.
Jehovah detests the plots of the wicked, but pleasing to him are the gracious words of the pure in heart.
He who strives for unjust gain will bring ruin to his family, but those who reject bribes will thrive.
The mind of a righteous man will carefully weigh his answers, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out nasty words.
Jehovah is distant from the wicked, but hears the prayer of the righteous.
Merry eyes gladden the heart and good news is a tonic for the body.
He who heeds a warning that may save his life will find himself at home among the wise.
He who rejects instruction despises himself, but he who listens to criticism receives understanding.
Reverence for Jehovah is the lesson of wisdom; honors are preceded by humility.
The speech of a wise man clarifies knowledge, but a fool only blurts out foolishness.
The eyes of Jehovah are everywhere, keeping a watch on the good and the evil.
Soothing words are a tree of life, but words of defiance demoralize the spirit.
A fool rejects his father’s discipline, but he who accepts reproof shows good sense.
There is much treasure in the house of the righteous, but the wicked accumulates only trouble.
The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but mind of the fool does not.
Jehovah finds detestable the sacrifices made to him by the wicked, but is pleased by the prayers of the upright.
Jehovah abhors the ways of the wicked, but loves those who follow a righteous path.
Those who depart from the righteous path will be harshly disciplined; those who hate reproof will die.
Death and Destruction are not secrets to Jehovah —how much more does he know of the human heart.
The scoffer does not like to be corrected; therefore he does not consult the wise.
A merry heart makes a glad face, but a sad heart makes for a broken spirit.
The mind of an intelligent man hungers for knowledge, but the mouth of the fool feeds on folly.
Every day is miserable for those who are depressed, but one of cheerful mind knows a perpetual feast.
Having little with a reverence for Jehovah is better than having a great treasure with turmoil.
Better a meal of vegetables served with love, than a fatted calf served with hatred.
A quick-tempered man stirs up discord, but one who is slow to anger placates strife.
The way of the sluggard is a patch of thorns, but the way of the upright is a clear road.
A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish man looks down upon his mother.
Foolish meandering brings joy to those who have no sense, but a man of understanding walks with straight steps.
Plans go awry through lack of counsel, but succeed when there are many to give advice.
A man enjoys it when he can make an apt response. How good is a timely, well-placed word!
For the wise the path of life rises upward, away from hell below.
Jehovah will raze the house of the arrogant, but will protect the boundary markers of the widow’s property.
Jehovah detests the plots of the wicked, but pleasing to him are the gracious words of the pure in heart.
He who strives for unjust gain will bring ruin to his family, but those who reject bribes will thrive.
The mind of a righteous man will carefully weigh his answers, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out nasty words.
Jehovah is distant from the wicked, but hears the prayer of the righteous.
Merry eyes gladden the heart and good news is a tonic for the body.
He who heeds a warning that may save his life will find himself at home among the wise.
He who rejects instruction despises himself, but he who listens to criticism receives understanding.
Reverence for Jehovah is the lesson of wisdom; honors are preceded by humility.
Chapter Fourteen
Each wise woman builds her house, but the foolish one will tear it down with her own hands.
Whoever walks an upright path reveres Jehovah, but he who is devious in his ways despises him.
The proud talk of a fool is like a rod laid across his back, but with his words the wise man will protect himself.
When there are no oxen, the feeding trough will remain clean, but it is the strength of the oxen that brings in a bountiful harvest.
An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness spews out lies.
The scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes readily to one of understanding.
Avoid the company of the fool, for in his words you will find no knowledge.
The wisdom of the prudent man determines his way; fools deceive themselves with their own folly.
Fools mock at making amends for sin, but among the upright, it is regarded with favor.
The heart knows its own bitterness and strangers cannot partake of its joy.
The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will expand.
There is a way that may seem right to a man, but which will, in the end, lead to death.
Even in laughter the heart may sorrow and mirth may end in grief.
Backsliders are paid back for their ways and good men are rewarded for theirs.
The naive will believe in anything, but the prudent will examine the steps he takes.
The wise are circumspect and avoid danger, while the fool has confidence in his reckless behavior.
The quick-tempered man makes foolish mistakes and the evil schemer is hated.
The simple are endowed with foolishness, while knowledge is bestowed upon the prudent.
The evil bow down before the good and the wicked genuflect at the gates of the godly.
The poor are despised even by their neighbors, but the rich have plenty of friends.
It is sinful to despise your neighbor, but happy is the man who is kind to the poor.
Are not those who plot evil in error? But those who make plans for good know love and fidelity.
In all labor there is profit, but chattering lips leads only to poverty.
The wise are crowned with wealth, but the folly of foolish brings only foolishness.
A truthful witness is a savior of lives, but a false witness is a speaker of lies.
He who reveres Jehovah has a secure fortress that is a refuge for this children.
Reverence for Jehovah is the well-spring of life by which one may avoid the snares of death.
In a large population lies the glory of a king, but a dwindling populace is a prince’s ruination.
He who is slow to anger possesses great understanding, but he who is short-tempered flaunts his folly.
A serene mind rejuvenates the body, but jealousy rots the bones.
Whoever oppresses the poor insults his maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him.
The wicked man is overthrown by his own wrongdoing, but even in death the righteous man finds a refuge.
Wisdom resides in the minds of men of understanding, but manifests itself even in the company of fools.
Righteousness brings greatness to a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
A king takes delight in a wise servant, but is angered by the servant who brings shame upon him.
Whoever walks an upright path reveres Jehovah, but he who is devious in his ways despises him.
The proud talk of a fool is like a rod laid across his back, but with his words the wise man will protect himself.
When there are no oxen, the feeding trough will remain clean, but it is the strength of the oxen that brings in a bountiful harvest.
An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness spews out lies.
The scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes readily to one of understanding.
Avoid the company of the fool, for in his words you will find no knowledge.
The wisdom of the prudent man determines his way; fools deceive themselves with their own folly.
Fools mock at making amends for sin, but among the upright, it is regarded with favor.
The heart knows its own bitterness and strangers cannot partake of its joy.
The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will expand.
There is a way that may seem right to a man, but which will, in the end, lead to death.
Even in laughter the heart may sorrow and mirth may end in grief.
Backsliders are paid back for their ways and good men are rewarded for theirs.
The naive will believe in anything, but the prudent will examine the steps he takes.
The wise are circumspect and avoid danger, while the fool has confidence in his reckless behavior.
The quick-tempered man makes foolish mistakes and the evil schemer is hated.
The simple are endowed with foolishness, while knowledge is bestowed upon the prudent.
The evil bow down before the good and the wicked genuflect at the gates of the godly.
The poor are despised even by their neighbors, but the rich have plenty of friends.
It is sinful to despise your neighbor, but happy is the man who is kind to the poor.
Are not those who plot evil in error? But those who make plans for good know love and fidelity.
In all labor there is profit, but chattering lips leads only to poverty.
The wise are crowned with wealth, but the folly of foolish brings only foolishness.
A truthful witness is a savior of lives, but a false witness is a speaker of lies.
He who reveres Jehovah has a secure fortress that is a refuge for this children.
Reverence for Jehovah is the well-spring of life by which one may avoid the snares of death.
In a large population lies the glory of a king, but a dwindling populace is a prince’s ruination.
He who is slow to anger possesses great understanding, but he who is short-tempered flaunts his folly.
A serene mind rejuvenates the body, but jealousy rots the bones.
Whoever oppresses the poor insults his maker, but he who is kind to the needy honors him.
The wicked man is overthrown by his own wrongdoing, but even in death the righteous man finds a refuge.
Wisdom resides in the minds of men of understanding, but manifests itself even in the company of fools.
Righteousness brings greatness to a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
A king takes delight in a wise servant, but is angered by the servant who brings shame upon him.
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