Proverbs 9:7-9
New Century Version
7 “If you correct someone who makes fun of wisdom, you will be insulted.
If you correct an evil person, you will get hurt.
8 Do not correct those who make fun of wisdom, or they will hate you.
But correct the wise, and they will love you.
9 Teach the wise, and they will become even wiser;
teach good people, and they will learn even more.
Proverbs 10:10-11
New Century Version
10 A wink may get you into trouble,
and foolish talk will lead to your ruin.
11 The words of a good person give life, like a fountain of water,
but the words of the wicked contain nothing but violence.
Proverbs 10:13-14
New Century Version
13 Wise people speak with understanding,
but people without wisdom should be punished.
14 The wise don’t tell everything they know,
but the foolish talk too much and are ruined.
Proverbs 10:13-14
New Century Version
13 Wise people speak with understanding,
but people without wisdom should be punished.
14 The wise don’t tell everything they know,
but the foolish talk too much and are ruined.
Proverbs 11:13
New Century Version
13 Gossips can’t keep secrets,
but a trustworthy person can.
Proverbs 12:13-14
New Century Version
13 Evil people are trapped by their evil talk,
but good people stay out of trouble.
14 People will be rewarded for what they say,
and they will also be rewarded for what they do.
Proverbs 12:16-19
New Century Version
16 Fools quickly show that they are upset,
but the wise ignore insults.
17 An honest witness tells the truth,
but a dishonest witness tells lies.
18 Careless words stab like a sword,
but wise words bring healing.
19 Truth will continue forever,
but lies are only for a moment.
Proverbs 12:22-23
New Century Version
22 The Lord hates those who tell lies
but is pleased with those who keep their promises.
23 Wise people keep what they know to themselves,
but fools can’t keep from showing how foolish they are.
Proverbs 12:25
New Century Version
25 Worry is a heavy load,
but a kind word cheers you up.
Proverbs 13:2-3
New Century Version
2 People will be rewarded for what they say,
but those who can’t be trusted want only violence.
3 Those who are careful about what they say protect their lives,
but whoever speaks without thinking will be ruined.
Proverbs 14:3
New Century Version
3 Fools will be punished for their proud words,
but the words of the wise will protect them.
Proverbs 14:5
New Century Version
5 A truthful witness does not lie,
but a false witness tells nothing but lies.
Proverbs 15:1-2
New Century Version
15 A gentle answer will calm a person’s anger,
but an unkind answer will cause more anger.
2 Wise people use knowledge when they speak,
but fools pour out foolishness.
Proverbs 15:4
New Century Version
4 As a tree gives fruit, healing words give life,
but dishonest words crush the spirit.
Proverbs 15:7
New Century Version
7 Wise people use their words to spread knowledge,
but there is no knowledge in the thoughts of fools.
Proverbs 15:23
New Century Version
23 People enjoy giving good advice.
Saying the right word at the right time is so pleasing.
Proverbs 15:26
New Century Version
26 The Lord hates evil thoughts
but is pleased with kind words.
Proverbs 15:28
New Century Version
28 Good people think before they answer,
but the wicked simply pour out evil.
Proverbs 16:1
New Century Version
16 People may make plans in their minds,
but only the Lord can make them come true.
Proverbs 16:10
New Century Version
10 The words of a king are like a message from God,
so his decisions should be fair.
Proverbs 16:13
New Century Version
13 Kings like honest people;
they value someone who speaks the truth.
Proverbs 16:21
New Century Version
21 The wise are known for their understanding.
Their pleasant words make them better teachers.
Proverbs 16:23-24
New Century Version
23 Wise people’s minds tell them what to say,
and that helps them be better teachers.
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb,
making people happy and healthy.
Proverbs 16:27
New Century Version
27 Useless people make evil plans,
and their words are like a burning fire.
Proverbs 17:5
New Century Version
5 Whoever mistreats the poor insults their Maker;
whoever enjoys someone’s trouble will be punished.
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