Proverbs 10:6-13
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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.
Proverbs 10:18
New International Reader's Version
18 Anyone who hides hatred with lying lips
and spreads lies is foolish.
Proverbs 11:13
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13 Those who talk about others will tell secrets.
But those who can be trusted keep the secrets of others.
Proverbs 12:5-6
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5 The plans of godly people are right.
But the advice of sinners will lead you the wrong way.
6 The words of those who are evil hide and wait to spill people’s blood.
But the speech of those who are honest saves them from traps like that.
Proverbs 12:13
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13 Those who do evil are trapped by their sinful talk.
But those who have done no wrong escape trouble.
Proverbs 12:15-18
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15 The way of foolish people seems right to them.
But those who are wise listen to advice.
16 Foolish people are easily upset.
But wise people pay no attention to hurtful words.
17 An honest witness tells the truth.
But a dishonest witness tells lies.
18 The words of thoughtless people cut like swords.
But the tongue of wise people brings healing.
Proverbs 12:20-21
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20 There are lies in the hearts of those who plan evil.
But there is joy for those who work to bring peace.
21 No harm comes to godly people.
But sinners have all the trouble they can handle.
Proverbs 12:23
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23 Wise people keep their knowledge to themselves.
But the hearts of foolish people shout foolish things.
Proverbs 13:7
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7 Some people pretend to be rich but have nothing.
Others pretend to be poor but have great wealth.
Proverbs 13:16-17
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16 Wise people act with knowledge.
But foolish people show how foolish they are.
17 An evil messenger gets into trouble.
But a trusted messenger brings healing.
Proverbs 14:8
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8 People are wise and understanding when they think about the way they live.
But people are foolish when their foolish ways trick them.
Proverbs 14:16
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16 A wise person has respect for the Lord and avoids evil.
But a foolish person has a bad temper and yet feels secure.
Proverbs 16:27-30
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27 A worthless person plans to do evil things.
Their words are like a burning fire.
28 A twisted person stirs up conflict.
Anyone who talks about others separates close friends.
29 A person who wants to hurt others tries to get them to sin.
That person leads them down a path that isn’t good.
30 Whoever winks with their eye is planning to do wrong.
Whoever closes their lips tightly is up to no good.
Proverbs 17:4
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4 Evil people listen to lies.
Lying people listen to evil.
Proverbs 17:9
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9 Whoever wants to show love forgives a wrong.
But those who talk about it separate close friends.
Proverbs 17:19-20
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19 The one who loves to argue loves to sin.
The one who builds a high gate is just asking to be destroyed.
20 If your heart is twisted, you won’t succeed.
If your tongue tells lies, you will get into trouble.
Proverbs 17:24
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24 Anyone who understands what is right keeps wisdom in view.
But the eyes of a foolish person look everywhere else.
Proverbs 18:1-2
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18 A person who isn’t friendly looks out only for themselves.
They oppose all good sense by starting fights.
2 Foolish people don’t want to understand.
They take delight in saying only what they think.
Proverbs 18:23
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23 Poor people beg for mercy.
But rich people answer in a mean way.
Proverbs 19:4
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4 Wealth brings many friends.
But even the closest friend of a poor person abandons them.
Proverbs 19:6
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6 Many try to win the favor of rulers.
And everyone is the friend of a person who gives gifts.
Proverbs 20:6
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6 Many claim to have love that never fails.
But who can find a faithful person?
Proverbs 20:8
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8 A king sits on his throne to judge.
He gets rid of all evil when he sees it.
Proverbs 20:14
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14 “It’s no good. It’s no good!” says a buyer.
Then off they go and brag about what they bought.
Proverbs 20:19
New International Reader's Version
19 A person who talks about others tells secrets.
So avoid anyone who talks too much.
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