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| 1[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 1A gentle response diverts anger, but a harsh statement incites fury. |
| 2[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 2The wise speak, presenting knowledge appropriately, but fools spout foolishness. |
| 3[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 3The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing both the evil and the good. |
| 4[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 4A gentle statement is a tree of life, but perverted speech shatters the spirit. |
| 5[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 5A fool rejects his father's instructions, but anyone who respects reproof acts sensibly. |
| 6[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 6The righteous house is itself a great treasure, but within the revenue of the wicked calamity is at work. |
| 7[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 7What the wise have to say disseminates knowledge, but it's not in the heart of fools to do so. |
| 8[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 8The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is his delight. |
| 9[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 9The lifestyle of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but he loves those who ardently pursue righteousness. |
| 10[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 10Severe punishment awaits anyone who wanders off the path— anyone who despises reproof will die. |
| 11[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 11Since Sheol and Abaddon lie open in the LORD's presence, how much more the hearts of human beings! |
| 12[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 12The arrogant mocker never loves the one who corrects him; he will not inquire of the wise. |
| 13[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 13A happy heart enlightens the face, but a sad heart reflects a broken spirit. |
| 14[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 14A discerning mind seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on stupidity. |
| 15[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 15The entire life of the afflicted seems disastrous, but a good heart feasts continuously. |
| 16[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 16Better is a little accompanied by fear of the LORD than abundant wealth with turmoil. |
| 17[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 17A vegetarian meal served with love is better than a big, thick steak with a plateful of animosity. |
| 18[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 18The quickly angered man stirs up contention, but anyone who controls his temper calms a dispute. |
| 19[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 19The lifestyle of the lazy is like a thorny hedge, but the path taken by the upright is an open highway. |
| 20[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 20A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother. |
| 21[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 21Stupidity is the delight of the senseless, but an understanding man walks uprightly. |
| 22[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 22Plans fail without advice, but with many counselors they are confirmed. |
| 23[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 23An appropriate answer brings joy to a person, and a well-timed word is a good thing. |
| 24[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 24The way of life leads upward for the wise so he may avoid Sheol below. |
| 25[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 25The house of the proud the LORD will demolish, but he will protect the widow's boundary line. |
| 26[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 26To the LORD evil plans are detestable, but pleasant words are pure. |
| 27[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 27Those who are greedy for unjust gain bring trouble into their homes, but the person who hates bribes will live. |
| 28[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 28The mind of the righteous thinks before speaking, but the wicked person spews out evil. |
| 29[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 29The LORD is far away from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous. |
| 30[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 30Bright eyes encourage the heart; good news nourishes the body. |
| 31[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 31Whoever listens to a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. |
| 32[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 32Whoever ignores instruction hates himself, but anyone who heeds reproof gains understanding. |
| 33[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 33The fear of the LORD teaches wisdom, and humility precedes honor. |
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