1 A man who remains stiff-necked after much reproof will suddenly be shattered beyond recovery. | TOSK |
2 When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan. | C | TOSK |
3 A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth. | C | TOSK |
4 By justice a king brings stability to the land, but a man who exacts tribute demolishes it. | C | TOSK |
5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet. | C | TOSK |
6 An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices. | C | TOSK |
7 The righteous consider the cause of the poor, but the wicked have no regard for such concerns. | C | TOSK |
8 Mockers inflame a city, but the wise turn away anger. | C | TOSK |
9 If a wise man goes to court with a fool, there will be raving and laughing with no resolution. | C | TOSK |
10 Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life. | C | TOSK |
11 A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back. | C | TOSK |
12 If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked. | C | TOSK |
13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both. | C | TOSK |
14 A king who judges the poor with fairness—his throne will be established forever. | C | TOSK |
15 A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother. | C | TOSK |
16 When the wicked thrive, rebellion increases; but the righteous will see their downfall. | C | TOSK |
17 Discipline your son, and he will give you rest; he will bring delight to your soul. | TOSK |
18 Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; but blessed is he who keeps the Law. | TOSK |
19 A servant cannot be corrected by words alone; though he understands, he will not respond. | TOSK |
20 Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him. | TOSK |
21 A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end. | TOSK |
22 An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression. | TOSK |
23 A man’s pride will bring him low, but a humble spirit will obtain honor. | TOSK |
24 A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but does not testify. | TOSK |
25 The fear of man is a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is set securely on high. | TOSK |
26 Many seek the ruler’s favor, but a man receives justice from the LORD. | TOSK |
27 An unjust man is detestable to the righteous, and one whose way is upright is detestable to the wicked. | TOSK |