Proverbs 15:11-20

Christian Standard Bible

¹¹ Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord^(A)—
how much more, human hearts.^(B)

¹² A mocker doesn’t love one who corrects him;^(C)
he will not consult the wise.

¹³ A joyful heart makes a face cheerful,
but a sad heart produces a broken spirit.^(D)

¹⁴ A discerning mind seeks knowledge,^(E)
but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.^(F)

¹⁵ All the days of the oppressed are miserable,
but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.

¹⁶ Better a little with the fear of the Lord
than great treasure with turmoil.^(G)

¹⁷ Better a meal of vegetables where there is love
than a fattened ox^(H) with hatred.^(I)

¹⁸ A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict,^(J)
but one slow to anger^(K) calms strife.

¹⁹ A slacker’s way is like a thorny hedge,
but the path of the upright is a highway.^(L)

²⁰ A wise son brings joy to his father,
but a foolish man despises his mother.^(M)