Proverbs 17:8; Proverbs 17:23; Proverbs 17:18; Proverbs 17:16; Proverbs 17:21; Proverbs 17:14; Proverbs 17:28; Proverbs 17:21

Proverbs 17:8

8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it; they think success will come at every turn.

Proverbs 17:23

23 The wicked accept bribes in secret to pervert the course of justice.

Proverbs 17:18

18 One who has no sense shakes hands in pledge and puts up security for a neighbor.

Proverbs 17:16

16 Why should fools have money in hand to buy wisdom, when they are not able to understand it?

Proverbs 17:21

21 To have a fool for a child brings grief; there is no joy for the parent of a godless fool.

Proverbs 17:14

14 Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out.

Proverbs 17:28

28 Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.

Proverbs 17:21

21 To have a fool for a child brings grief; there is no joy for the parent of a godless fool.