Proverbs 12
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1Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, But he who hates correction is stupid.1Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but one who hates correction is stupid.
2A good man obtains favor from the LORD, But a man of wicked intentions He will condemn.2The good person obtains favor from the LORD, but He condemns a man who schemes.
3A man is not established by wickedness, But the root of the righteous cannot be moved.3Man cannot be made secure by wickedness, but the root of the righteous is immovable.
4An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, But she who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones.4A capable wife is her husband's crown, but a wife who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones.
5The thoughts of the righteous are right, But the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.5The thoughts of the righteous are just, but guidance from the wicked leads to deceit.
6The words of the wicked are, “Lie in wait for blood,” But the mouth of the upright will deliver them.6The words of the wicked are a deadly ambush, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7The wicked are overthrown and are no more, But the house of the righteous will stand.7The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand.
8A man will be commended according to his wisdom, But he who is of a perverse heart will be despised.8A man is praised for his insight, but a twisted mind is despised.
9Better is the one who is slighted but has a servant, Than he who honors himself but lacks bread.9Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food.
10A righteous man regards the life of his animal, But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.10A righteous man cares about his animal's health, but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.
11He who tills his land will be satisfied with bread, But he who follows frivolity is devoid of understanding.11The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense.
12The wicked covet the catch of evil men, But the root of the righteous yields fruit.12The wicked desire what evil men have, but the root of the righteous produces fruit.
13The wicked is ensnared by the transgression of his lips, But the righteous will come through trouble.13An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, but a righteous one escapes from trouble.
14A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, And the recompense of a man’s hands will be rendered to him.14A man will be satisfied with good by the words of his mouth, and the work of a man's hands will reward him.
15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who heeds counsel is wise.15A fool's way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise.
16A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.16A fool's displeasure is known at once, but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.
17He who speaks truth declares righteousness, But a false witness, deceit.17Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness, deceit.
18There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, But the tongue of the wise promotes health.18There is one who speaks rashly, like a piercing sword; but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
19The truthful lip shall be established forever, But a lying tongue is but for a moment.19Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue, only a moment.
20Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have joy.20Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.
21No grave trouble will overtake the righteous, But the wicked shall be filled with evil.21No disaster overcomes the righteous, but the wicked are full of misery.
22Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, But those who deal truthfully are His delight.22Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but faithful people are His delight.
23A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.23A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.
24The hand of the diligent will rule, But the lazy man will be put to forced labor.24The diligent hand will rule, but laziness will lead to forced labor.
25Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad.25Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, but a good word cheers it up.
26The righteous should choose his friends carefully, For the way of the wicked leads them astray.26A righteous man is careful in dealing with his neighbor, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
27The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting, But diligence is man’s precious possession.27A lazy man doesn't roast his game, but to a diligent man, his wealth is precious.
28In the way of righteousness is life, And in its pathway there is no death.28There is life in the path of righteousness, but another path leads to death.
The Holy Bible, New King James Version, Copyright © 1982 Thomas Nelson. All rights reserved.Holman Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2009 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission.
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