Proverbs 13 - NKJV & NCB

He who guards his mouth preserves his life, But he who opens… Proverbs 13:3

He who guards his mouth preserves his life, But he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction. Proverbs 13:3	He who guards his mouth makes his life secure, but one who talks excessively ensures his own downfall. speaking wisdom life
The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, But the poor does not hear rebuke. Proverbs 13:8	A wealthy man pays a ransom to save his life; a poor man never has to worry about such threats. money materialism fear

By pride comes nothing but strife, But with the well-advised is wisdom. Proverbs 13:10	An ignorant man causes strife by his insolence, but wisdom is found with those who take advice. wisdom anger
Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, But he who gathers by labor will increase. Proverbs 13:11	Wealth hastily acquired will dwindle away, but when amassed little by little, it will increase. money greed work
Hope deferred makes the heart sick, But when the desire comes, it is a tree of life. Proverbs 13:12	Hope deferred sickens the heart, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life. hope life heart
He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed. Proverbs 13:20	Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but he who mingles with fools will suffer harm. wisdom punishment