Proverbs 3:35
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35 The wise will inherit honor,
but he holds fools up for ridicule.
Proverbs 9:10-12
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10 The fear of the Lord is where wisdom begins,
and knowing holiness[a] demonstrates understanding.
11 For because of me you will live a long life,
and years will be added to your life.
12 If you are wise,
your wisdom will assist you.
If you mock,
you alone will be held responsible.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 9:10 Or knowing holy ones
Proverbs 12:15-16
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15 The lifestyle of the fool is right in his own opinion,
but wise is the man who listens to advice.
16 The anger of a fool becomes readily apparent,
but the prudent person overlooks an insult.
Proverbs 13:14
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14 What the wise have to teach is a fountain of life
and causes someone to avoid the snares of death.
Proverbs 13:16
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16 Every sensible person acts from knowledge,
but a fool demonstrates folly.
Proverbs 13:19
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19 Fulfilled longing is sweet to the soul,
but avoiding evil is detestable to the fool.
Proverbs 14:9
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9 Fools make fun of guilt,
but among the upright there are good intentions.
Proverbs 14:16-17
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16 The wise person fears and turns away from evil,
but a fool is reckless and overconfident.
17 A quick tempered person does foolish things,
and a devious man is hated.
Proverbs 14:24
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24 The crown of the wise is their wealth,
but the stupidity of fools is just that—stupidity!
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