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Proverbs 18:12-18; Proverbs 18:13
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Proverbs 18:12-18
12
Before a downfall the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.
13
To answer before listening— that is folly and shame.
14
The human spirit can endure in sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear?
15
The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out.
16
A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
17
In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
18
Casting the lot settles disputes and keeps strong opponents apart.
Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide.
Proverbs 18:13
13
To answer before listening— that is folly and shame.
Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide.