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24 A discerning person keeps wisdom in view, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth.

19 A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.

2 A king’s wrath strikes terror like the roar of a lion; those who anger him forfeit their lives.

14 “It’s no good, it’s no good!” says the buyer— then goes off and boasts about the purchase.

17 Pay attention and turn your ear to the sayings of the wise; apply your heart to what I teach,

24 The father of a righteous child has great joy; a man who fathers a wise son rejoices in him.

6 Do not exalt yourself in the king’s presence, and do not claim a place among his great men;

18 Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.

21 If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink.

6 Sending a message by the hands of a fool is like cutting off one’s feet or drinking poison.

15 A sluggard buries his hand in the dish; he is too lazy to bring it back to his mouth.

27 Whoever digs a pit will fall into it; if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them.

7 One who is full loathes honey from the comb, but to the hungry even what is bitter tastes sweet.

9 Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of a friend springs from their heartfelt advice.

18 The one who guards a fig tree will eat its fruit, and whoever protects their master will be honored.

11 The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.

12 When the righteous triumph, there is great elation; but when the wicked rise to power, people go into hiding.

17 Anyone tormented by the guilt of murder will seek refuge in the grave; let no one hold them back.

18 Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint; but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction.

10 “Do not slander a servant to their master, or they will curse you, and you will pay for it.