Proverbs 10:6-13

New International Reader's Version

⁶ Blessings are like crowns on the heads of those who do right.
    But the trouble caused by what sinners say destroys them.

⁷ The names of those who do right are used in blessings.
    But the names of those who do wrong will rot.

⁸ A wise heart accepts commands.
    But foolish chattering destroys you.

⁹ Anyone who lives without blame walks safely.
    But anyone who takes a crooked path will get caught.

¹⁰ An evil wink gets you into trouble.
    And foolish chattering destroys you.

¹¹ The mouths of those who do right pour out life like a fountain.
    But the mouths of sinners hide their evil plans.

¹² Hate stirs up fights.
    But love erases all sins by forgiving them.

¹³ Wisdom is found on the lips of those who understand what is right.
    But those who have no sense are punished.