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

8 The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts.

15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out.

17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.

3 A person’s own folly leads to their ruin, yet their heart rages against the LORD.

5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will not go free.

6 Many curry favor with a ruler, and everyone is the friend of one who gives gifts.

11 A person’s wisdom yields patience; it is to one’s glory to overlook an offense.

3 It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.

11 Even small children are known by their actions, so is their conduct really pure and upright?

15 Gold there is, and rubies in abundance, but lips that speak knowledge are a rare jewel.

17 Food gained by fraud tastes sweet, but one ends up with a mouth full of gravel.

20 If someone curses their father or mother, their lamp will be snuffed out in pitch darkness.

25 It is a trap to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider one’s vows.

16 Whoever strays from the path of prudence comes to rest in the company of the dead.

17 Whoever loves pleasure will become poor; whoever loves wine and olive oil will never be rich.

27 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable— how much more so when brought with evil intent!

31 The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the LORD.

3 The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.

13 The sluggard says, “There’s a lion outside! I’ll be killed in the public square!”