Proverbs 15:25-33

New International Version

²⁵ The Lord tears down the house of the proud,^(A)
    but he sets the widow’s boundary stones in place.^(B)

²⁶ The Lord detests the thoughts^(C) of the wicked,^(D)
    but gracious words are pure^(E) in his sight.

²⁷ The greedy bring ruin to their households,
    but the one who hates bribes will live.^(F)

²⁸ The heart of the righteous weighs its answers,^(G)
    but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.^(H)

²⁹ The Lord is far from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayer of the righteous.^(I)

³⁰ Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart,
    and good news gives health to the bones.^(J)

³¹ Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.^(K)

³² Those who disregard discipline despise themselves,^(L)
    but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.^(M)

³³ Wisdom’s instruction is to fear the Lord,^(N)
    and humility comes before honor.^(O)