Proverbs 18:8-18

8 The words of a tale-bearer [are] as wounds, and they go down into the innermost parts of the belly.

9 He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.

10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe.

11 The rich man's wealth [is] his strong city, and as a high wall in his own conceit.

12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honor [is] humility.

13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame to him.

14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?

15 The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

16 A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.

17 [He that is] first in his own cause [seemeth] just; but his neighbor cometh and searcheth him.

18 The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.