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22:1  A good reputation is more desirable than great wealth, and favorable acceptance more than silver and gold.
22:2  The rich and the poor have this in common— the LORD created both of them.
22:3  The prudent person sees trouble ahead and hides, but the naive continue on and suffer the consequences.
22:4  The reward of humility is the fear of the LORD, along with wealth, honor, and life.
22:5  Thorns and snares lie in the path of the perverse person, but whoever is cautious stays far away from them.
22:6  Train a child in the way appropriate for him, and when he becomes older, he will not turn from it.
22:7  The wealthy rule over the poor, and anyone who borrows is a slave to the lender.
22:8  Whoever sows wickedness reaps trouble, and the anger he uses for a weapon will be destroyed.
22:9  Whoever is generous will be blessed, for he shares his food with the poor.
22:10  Throw out the mocker and strife departs, too; furthermore, quarrels and discord will end.
22:11  Whoever loves purity and gracious speech will gain the king as his friend.
22:12  The LORD watches over anyone with knowledge, but he ruins the plans of the unfaithful.
22:13  The lazy person says, "There is a lion outside! I will be killed in the street!"
22:14  The mouth of an immoral woman is a deep pit; a man experiencing the LORD's wrath will fall into it.
22:15  A child's heart has a tendency to do wrong, but the rod of discipline removes it far away from him.
22:16  Whoever oppresses the poor to enrich himself and whoever gives gifts to the wealthy will yield only loss.
22:17  Pay attention and listen to the words of the wise, and apply your heart to my teaching,
22:18  for it is pleasant when you treasure them within you and have them ready on your lips.
22:19  As a result, your trust will be in the LORD, that's why I'm teaching you today, even you.
22:20  Have I not written for you 30 sayings containing counsel and knowledge,
22:21  to teach you true and reliable advice, so you can give truthful answers to those who sent you?
22:22  Don't rob the poor person because he is poor, and don't crush the helpless in court,
22:23  for the LORD will plead their case and ruin the lives of those who ruin them.
22:24  Don't make friends with a hot-tempered man, and do not associate with someone who is easily angered,
22:25  or you may learn his ways and find yourself caught in a trap.
22:26  Don't be one of those who make promises to guarantee loans for debts.
22:27  If you don't have the ability to pay, why should your very bed be taken from under you?
22:28  Don't remove an ancient boundary stone that was set up by your ancestors.
22:29  Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will work for kings, not unimportant people.