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1[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 1Whoever isolates himself pursues selfish ends; he resists all sound advice. |
2[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 2A fool finds no satisfaction in trying to understand, for he would rather express his own opinion. |
3[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 3When an evil person comes, contempt also comes, along with dishonor and disgrace. |
4[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 4The words a man says are as deep waters— a fountain of wisdom is an overflowing stream. |
5[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 5It's not good to be partial towards an evil person, thereby depriving the righteous of justice. |
6[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 6A fool's words bring strife, and his mouth invites fighting. |
7[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 7A fool's mouth is his unraveling, and his lips entrap himself. |
8[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 8The words of a gossip are like choice morsels as they descend to the innermost parts of the body. |
9[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 9Whoever is lazy regarding his work is also a brother to the master of destruction. |
10[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 10The name of the LORD is a strong tower; a righteous person rushes to it and is lifted up above the danger. |
11[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 11The wealth of a rich person is his fortified city; in his own imagination, it is like a high wall. |
12[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 12Before a man's downfall, his mind is arrogant, but humility precedes honor. |
13[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 13Whoever answers before listening is both foolish and shameful. |
14[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 14A man's spirit can sustain him during his illness, but who can bear a crushed spirit? |
15[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 15The mind of a discerning person gains knowledge, while the ears of wise people seek out knowledge. |
16[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 16A person's gift opens doors for him, bringing him access to important people. |
17[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 17The first to put forth his case seems right, until someone else steps forward and cross-examines him. |
18[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 18Casting dice settles a dispute, deciding between strong contenders. |
19[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 19An offended brother is more unyielding than a fortified city, and his disputes are like the bars of a fortress. |
20[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 20The positive words that a man speaks fill his stomach; he will be satisfied with what his lips produce. |
21[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 21The power of the tongue is life and death— those who love to talk will eat what it produces. |
22[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 22Whoever finds a wife finds what is good, and receives favor from the LORD. |
23[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 23The poor person pleads for mercy, but the wealthy man responds harshly. |
24[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 24A man with many friends can still be ruined, but a true friend sticks closer than a brother. |
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