Whoever gets sense loves his own soul; he who keeps understanding will discover good. | One who gets wisdom loves his own soul; One who keeps understanding will find good. |
House and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the Lord. | House and wealth are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the Lord. |
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Whoever keeps the commandment keeps his life; he who despises his ways will die. | One who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But one who is careless of conduct will die. |
Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will stand. | Many plans are in a person’s heart, But the advice of the Lord will stand. |
What is desired in a man is steadfast love, and a poor man is better than a liar. | What is desirable in a person is his kindness, And it is better to be a poor person than a liar. |