The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.

Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs.

Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues.

A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.

When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.

Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.

Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil.

Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord, and humility comes before honor.

Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.

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

In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.

Before a downfall the heart is haughty, but humility comes before honor.

A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.

Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

What a person desires is unfailing love; better to be poor than a liar.

For the Lord gives wisdom; from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.

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

Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

All day long he craves for more, but the righteous give without sparing.

To do what is right and just is more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice.

The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.

Whoever conceals their sins does not prosper, but the one who confesses and renounces them finds mercy.

Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.