Proverbs 13:8-18

Listen to Proverbs 13:8-18

8 The rich man may have to ransom his life, but a poor man gets no threats.

9 The light of the righteous [shines] joyfully, but the lamp of the wicked will be extinguished.

10 Insolence produces only strife, but wisdom is found with those who take advice.

11 Wealth gotten by worthless means dwindles away, but he who amasses it by hard work will increase it.

12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life.

13 He who despises a word will suffer for it, but he who respects a command will be rewarded.

14 The teaching of a wise man is a fountain of life, enabling one to avoid deadly traps.

15 Good common sense produces grace, but the way of the treacherous is rough.

16 Every cautious person acts with knowledge, but a fool parades his folly.

17 A wicked messenger falls into evil, but a faithful envoy brings healing.

18 Poverty and shame are for him who won't be taught, but he who heeds reproof will be honored.

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