Proverbs 14:3
International Children’s Bible
3 A foolish person will be punished for his proud words.
But a wise person’s words will protect him.
Proverbs 14:7-9
International Children’s Bible
7 Stay away from a foolish person.
You won’t learn anything from him.
8 What makes a person wise is understanding what to do.
But what makes a person foolish is dishonesty.
9 Foolish people don’t care if they sin.
But honest people work at being right with others.
Proverbs 14:15-17
International Children’s Bible
15 A foolish person will believe anything.
But a wise person thinks about what he does.
16 A wise person is careful and stays out of trouble.
But a foolish person is quick to act and careless.
17 A person who quickly loses his temper does foolish things.
But a person with understanding remains calm.
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