He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.
The wicked is driven away in his wickedness: but the righteous hath hope in his death.
Wisdom resteth in the heart of him that hath understanding: but [that which is] in the midst of fools is made known.
Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin [is] a reproach to any people.
The king's favour [is] toward a wise servant: but his wrath is [against] him that causeth shame.
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness.
The eyes of the LORD [are] in every place, beholding the evil and the good.
A wholesome tongue [is] a tree of life: but perverseness therein [is] a breach in the spirit.
A fool despiseth his father's instruction: but he that regardeth reproof is prudent.
