Proverbs 14:17-27

17 He who is quick-tempered does stupid things, and one who does vile things is hated.
18 Thoughtless people inherit folly, but the cautious are crowned with knowledge.
19 The evil bow down before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
20 The poor are disliked even by their peers, but the rich have many friends.
21 He who despises his fellow sins, but he who shows compassion to the humble is happy.
22 Won't those who plot evil go astray? But grace and truth are for those who plan good.
23 In all work there is profit, but mere talk produces only poverty.
24 The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools is just that - folly.
25 A truthful witness saves lives, but a liar misdirects [judgment].
26 In the fear of ADONAI is powerful security; for his children there will be a place of refuge.
27 The fear of ADONAI is a fountain of life enabling one to avoid deadly traps.

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