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| 1[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 1A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare. |
| 2[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 2The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness. |
| 3[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 3The LORD is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good. |
| 4[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 4Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. |
| 5[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 5Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise. |
| 6[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 6There is treasure in the house of the godly, but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble. |
| 7[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 7The lips of the wise give good advice; the heart of a fool has none to give. |
| 8[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 8The LORD detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright. |
| 9[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 9The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves those who pursue godliness. |
| 10[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 10Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die. |
| 11[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 11Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from the LORD. How much more does he know the human heart! |
| 12[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 12Mockers hate to be corrected, so they stay away from the wise. |
| 13[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 13A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit. |
| 14[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 14A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash. |
| 15[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 15For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast. |
| 16[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 16Better to have little, with fear for the LORD, than to have great treasure and inner turmoil. |
| 17[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 17A bowl of vegetables with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate. |
| 18[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 18A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them. |
| 19[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 19A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers, but the path of the upright is an open highway. |
| 20[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 20Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother. |
| 21[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 21Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path. |
| 22[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 22Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success. |
| 23[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 23Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time! |
| 24[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 24The path of life leads upward for the wise; they leave the grave behind. |
| 25[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 25The LORD tears down the house of the proud, but he protects the property of widows. |
| 26[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 26The LORD detests evil plans, but he delights in pure words. |
| 27[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 27Greed brings grief to the whole family, but those who hate bribes will live. |
| 28[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 28The heart of the godly thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words. |
| 29[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 29The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayers of the righteous. |
| 30[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 30A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health. |
| 31[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 31If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise. |
| 32[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 32If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding. |
| 33[an error occurred while processing this directive] | 33Fear of the LORD teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor. |
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