- Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God
and only later counting the cost. - People may be right in their own eyes,
but the Lord examines their heart. - The Lord is more pleased when we do what is right and just
than when we offer him sacrifices. - Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love
will find life, righteousness, and honor. - Some people are always greedy for more,
but the godly love to give! - Choose a good reputation over great riches;
being held in high esteem is better than silver or gold. - True humility and fear of the Lord
lead to riches, honor, and long life. - Direct your children onto the right path,
and when they are older, they will not leave it. - Just as the rich rule the poor,
so the borrower is servant to the lender. - Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich.
Be wise enough to know when to quit. - In the blink of an eye wealth disappears,
for it will sprout wings
and fly away like an eagle. - My child, if your heart is wise,
my own heart will rejoice! - The father of godly children has cause for joy.
What a pleasure to have children who are wise. - In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul.
If you find it, you will have a bright future,
and your hopes will not be cut short. - A person without self-control
is like a city with broken-down walls. - Never abandon a friend—
either yours or your father’s.
When disaster strikes, you won’t have to ask your brother for assistance.
It’s better to go to a neighbor than to a brother who lives far away. - A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions.
The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - As iron sharpens iron,
so a friend sharpens a friend. - As a face is reflected in water,
so the heart reflects the real person. - God detests the prayers
of a person who ignores the law. - People who conceal their sins will not prosper,
but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy. - Fools vent their anger,
but the wise quietly hold it back. - Pride ends in humiliation,
while humility brings honor. - Fearing people is a dangerous trap,
but trusting the Lord means safety. - Every word of God proves true.
He is a shield to all who come to him for protection.
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