Proverbs 14:26-35 ▼

26 In the fear of the LORD there is strong confidence, and his children will have a place of refuge.

27 The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life to turn [one] away from the grasp of death.

28 A large population is an honor for a king, but without people a ruler is ruined.

29 A person of great understanding is patient, but a short temper is the height of stupidity.

30 A tranquil heart makes for a healthy body, but jealousy is [like] bone cancer.

31 Whoever oppresses the poor insults his maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors him.

32 A wicked person is thrown down by his own wrongdoing, but even in his death a righteous person has a refuge.

33 Wisdom finds rest in the heart of an understanding person. Even fools recognize this.

34 Righteousness lifts up a nation, but sin is a disgrace in any society.

35 A king is delighted with a servant who acts wisely, but he is furious with one who acts shamefully.