Proverbs 2:7
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He stores away sound wisdom for the righteous [those who are in right standing with Him];
He is a shield to those who walk in integrity [those of honorable character and moral courage],
Proverbs 6:6-8
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Go to the ant, O lazy one;
Observe her ways and be wise,(A)
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Which, having no chief,
Overseer or ruler,
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She prepares her food in the summer
And brings in her provisions [of food for the winter] in the harvest.
Proverbs 8:12-16
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“I, [godly] wisdom, reside with prudence [good judgment, moral courage and astute common sense],
And I find knowledge and discretion.(A)
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“The [reverent] fear and worshipful awe of the Lord includes the hatred of evil;
Pride and arrogance and the evil way,
And the perverted mouth, I hate.
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“Counsel is mine and sound wisdom;
I am understanding, power and strength are mine.
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“By me kings reign
And rulers decide and decree justice.(B)
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“By me princes rule, and nobles,
All who judge and govern rightly.
Proverbs 11:5
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The righteousness of the blameless will smooth their way and keep it straight,
But the wicked will fall by his own wickedness.
Proverbs 11:23
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The desire of the righteous brings only good,
But the expectation of the wicked brings wrath.
Proverbs 12:24
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The hand of the diligent will rule,
But the negligent and lazy will be put to forced labor.
Proverbs 13:2
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From the fruit of his mouth a [wise] man enjoys good,
But the desire of the treacherous is for violence.
Proverbs 13:13
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Whoever despises the word and counsel [of God] brings destruction upon himself,
But he who [reverently] fears and respects the commandment [of God] will be rewarded.
Proverbs 15:22
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Without consultation and wise advice, plans are frustrated,
But with many counselors they are established and succeed.
Proverbs 16:3
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[a]Commit your works to the Lord [submit and trust them to Him],
And your plans will succeed [if you respond to His will and guidance].
Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:3 Lit Roll.
Proverbs 16:9
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A man’s mind plans his way [as he journeys through life],
But the Lord directs his steps and establishes them.(A)
Proverbs 16:12
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It is repulsive [to God and man] for kings to behave wickedly,
For a throne is established on righteousness (right standing with God).
Proverbs 16:20
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He who pays attention to the word [of God] will find good,
And blessed (happy, prosperous, to be admired) is he who trusts [confidently] in the Lord.
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