Proverbs 20:1-8

1 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise.

2 The dread anger of a king is like the growling of a lion; anyone who provokes him to anger forfeits life itself.

3 It is honorable to refrain from strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.

4 The lazy person does not plow in season; harvest comes, and there is nothing to be found.

5 The purposes in the human mind are like deep water, but the intelligent will draw them out.

6 Many proclaim themselves loyal, but who can find one worthy of trust?

7 The righteous walk in integrity— happy are the children who follow them!

8 A king who sits on the throne of judgment winnows all evil with his eyes.