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14:1  A wise woman builds her house. But a foolish woman tears hers down with her own hands.
14:2  Whoever has respect for the Lord lives a good life. But those who hate him walk down an evil path.
14:3  The proud words of a foolish person sting like a whip. But the things wise people say keep them safe.
14:4  Where there are no oxen, the feed box is empty. But a strong ox brings in huge harvests.
14:5  An honest witness does not lie. But a dishonest witness pours out lies.
14:6  Those who make fun of others look for wisdom and don’t find it. But knowledge comes easily to those who understand what is right.
14:7  Stay away from a foolish person. You won’t find knowledge in what they say.
14:8  People are wise and understanding when they think about the way they live. But people are foolish when their foolish ways trick them.
14:9  Foolish people laugh at making things right when they sin. But honest people try to do the right thing.
14:10  Each heart knows its own sadness. And no one else can share its joy.
14:11  The houses of sinners will be destroyed. But the tents of honest people will stand firm.
14:12  There is a way that appears to be right. But in the end it leads to death.
14:13  Even when you laugh, your heart can be hurting. And your joy can end in sadness.
14:14  Those who aren’t faithful will be paid back for what they’ve done. And good people will receive rewards for how they’ve lived.
14:15  A childish person believes anything. But a wise person thinks about how they live.
14:16  A wise person has respect for the Lord and avoids evil. But a foolish person has a bad temper and yet feels secure.
14:17  Anyone who gets angry quickly does foolish things. And a person who is tricky is hated.
14:18  Childish people act in keeping with their foolish ways. But knowledge makes wise people feel like kings.
14:19  Evil people will bow down in front of good people. And those who do wrong will bow down at the gates of those who do right.
14:20  Poor people are avoided even by their neighbors. But rich people have many friends.
14:21  It is a sin to hate your neighbor. But blessed is the person who is kind to those in need.
14:22  Those who plan evil go down the wrong path. But those who plan good find love and truth.
14:23  All hard work pays off. But if all you do is talk, you will be poor.
14:24  The wealth of wise people is their crown. But the foolish ways of foolish people lead to what is foolish.
14:25  An honest witness saves lives. But a dishonest witness tells lies.
14:26  Anyone who shows respect for the Lord has a strong tower. It will be a safe place for their children.
14:27  Respect for the Lord is like a fountain that gives life. It turns you away from the jaws of death.
14:28  A large population is a king’s glory. But a prince without followers is destroyed.
14:29  Anyone who is patient has great understanding. But anyone who gets angry quickly shows how foolish they are.
14:30  A peaceful heart gives life to the body. But jealousy rots the bones.
14:31  Anyone who crushes poor people makes fun of their Maker. But anyone who is kind to those in need honors God.
14:32  When trouble comes, sinners are brought down. But godly people seek safety in God even as they die.
14:33  Wisdom rests in the hearts of those who understand what is right. And even among foolish people she makes herself known.
14:34  Doing what is right lifts people up. But sin brings judgment to any nation.
14:35  A king is pleased with a wise servant. But a servant who is full of shame stirs up the king’s anger.