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)

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