Parallel Bible results for "proverbs 14:1-6"

Proverbs 14:1-6

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1 A wise woman builds her home, but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands.
1 The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.
2 Those who follow the right path fear the LORD ; those who take the wrong path despise him.
2 Whoever fears the LORD walks uprightly, but those who despise him are devious in their ways.
3 A fool’s proud talk becomes a rod that beats him, but the words of the wise keep them safe.
3 A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them.
4 Without oxen a stable stays clean, but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.
4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
5 An honest witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies.
5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies.
6 A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.
6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.
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