Proverbs 13 - NKJV & NLT

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	Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything. speaking wisdom life
The ransom of a man’s life is his riches, But the poor does not hear rebuke. Proverbs 13:8	The rich can pay a ransom for their lives, but the poor won’t even get threatened. money materialism fear

By pride comes nothing but strife, But with the well-advised is wisdom. Proverbs 13:10	Pride leads to conflict; those who take advice are wise. wisdom anger
Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, But he who gathers by labor will increase. Proverbs 13:11	Wealth from get-rich-quick schemes quickly disappears; wealth from hard work grows over time. 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 makes the heart sick, but a dream 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	Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble. wisdom punishment