Proverbs 14:3; Proverbs 14:7-9; Proverbs 14:15-17

Proverbs 14:3

3 The proud speech of a fool brings a rod to his back, but the lips of the wise protect them.

Proverbs 14:7-9

7 Stay away from a foolish man; you will gain no knowledge from his speech.

8 The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way, but the folly of fools deceives them.

9 Fools mock the making of amends, but goodwill is found among the upright.

Proverbs 14:15-17

15 The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.

16 A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless.

17 A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.