Proverbs 10:6-13

Common English Bible

⁶ Blessings cover the head of the righteous,
    but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
⁷ The memory of the righteous is a blessing,
    but the name of the wicked rots.
⁸ The skilled mind accepts commands,
    but a foolish talker is ruined.
⁹ Those who walk in innocence walk with confidence,
    but those on crooked paths will be found out.
¹⁰ Those who wink an eye bring trouble;
    those who speak foolishly are ruined.
¹¹ The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,
    but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
¹² Hate stirs up conflict,
    but love covers all offenses.
¹³ Wisdom is found on the lips of those who have understanding,
    but there is a rod for the back of those with no sense.