Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm.
Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways.
For the froward [is] abomination to the LORD: but his secret [is] with the righteous.
The curse of the LORD [is] in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just.
Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.
The wise shall inherit glory: but shame shall be the promotion of fools.
Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.
For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.
For I was my father's son, tender and only [beloved] in the sight of my mother.
He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.
