One who loves discipline loves knowledge, But one who hates rebuke is stupid. | Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but those who hate to be rebuked are stupid. |
A fool’s anger is known at once, But a prudent person conceals dishonor. | Fools show their anger at once, but the prudent ignore an insult. |
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Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have joy. | Deceit is in the mind of those who plan evil, but those who counsel peace have joy. |
Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, But those who deal faithfully are His delight. | Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight. |
The hand of the diligent will rule, But the lazy hand will be put to forced labor. | The hand of the diligent will rule, while the lazy will be put to forced labor. |
Anxiety in a person’s heart weighs it down, But a good word makes it glad. | Anxiety weighs down the human heart, but a good word cheers it up. |