| He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. | Whoever gains wisdom loves his own soul; one who cherishes understanding will prosper. |
| House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the Lord. | A house and wealth are inherited from parents, but a prudent wife is a gift from the Lord. |
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| He that keepeth the commandment keepeth his own soul; but he that despiseth his ways shall die. | Whoever observes the commandments will live, but the one who scorns them will die. |
| There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand. | Many are the plans in a human mind, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will prevail. |
| The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar. | A man’s attraction is his kindness; it is far better to be poor than to be a liar. |
