One who gets wisdom loves his own soul; One who keeps understanding will find good. | He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. |
House and wealth are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the Lord. | Houses and riches are an inheritance from fathers, But a prudent wife is from the Lord. |
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One who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But one who is careless of conduct will die. | He who keeps the commandment keeps his soul, But he who is careless of his ways will die. |
Many plans are in a person’s heart, But the advice of the Lord will stand. | There are many plans in a man’s heart, Nevertheless the Lord’s counsel—that will stand. |
What is desirable in a person is his kindness, And it is better to be a poor person than a liar. | What is desired in a man is kindness, And a poor man is better than a liar. |