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22 Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who shows no discretion.

28 Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.

11 Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense.

20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.

27 The lazy do not roast any game, but the diligent feed on the riches of the hunt.

3 Those who guard their lips preserve their lives, but those who speak rashly will come to ruin.

1 The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.

12 There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.

16 The wise fear the LORD and shun evil, but a fool is hotheaded and yet feels secure.

26 Whoever fears the LORD has a secure fortress, and for their children it will be a refuge.

33 Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.

21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

4 The LORD works out everything to its proper end— even the wicked for a day of disaster.

5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart. Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished.

6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD evil is avoided.

19 Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud.

25 There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death.

32 Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.

5 Whoever mocks the poor shows contempt for their Maker; whoever gloats over disaster will not go unpunished.

6 Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children.