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25:1  These also are proverbs of Solomon. The servants of Hezekiah, king of Judah, transmitted them.
25:2  It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, and the glory of kings to fathom a matter.
25:3  Like the heavens in height, and the earth in depth, the heart of kings is unfathomable.
25:4  Remove the dross from silver, and it comes forth perfectly purified;
25:5  Remove the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne is made firm through justice.
25:6  Claim no honor in the king’s presence, nor occupy the place of superiors;
25:7  For it is better to be told, “Come up closer!” than to be humbled before the prince.
25:8  What your eyes have seen do not bring forth too quickly against an opponent; For what will you do later on when your neighbor puts you to shame?
25:9  Argue your own case with your neighbor, but the secrets of others do not disclose;
25:10  Lest, hearing it, they reproach you, and your ill repute never ceases.
25:11  Golden apples in silver settings are words spoken at the proper time.
25:12  A golden earring or a necklace of fine gold— one who gives wise reproof to a listening ear.
25:13  Like the coolness of snow in the heat of the harvest are faithful messengers for those who send them, lifting the spirits of their masters.
25:14  Clouds and wind but no rain— the one who boasts of a gift not given.
25:15  By patience is a ruler persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.
25:16  If you find honey, eat only what you need, lest you have your fill and vomit it up.
25:17  Let your foot be seldom in your neighbors’ house, lest they have their fill of you—and hate you.
25:18  A club, sword, or sharp arrow— the one who bears false witness against a neighbor.
25:19  A bad tooth or an unsteady foot— a trust betrayed in time of trouble.
25:20  Like the removal of clothes on a cold day, or vinegar on soda, is the one who sings to a troubled heart.
25:21  If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat, if thirsty, give something to drink;
25:22  For live coals you will heap on their heads, and the Lord will vindicate you.
25:23  The north wind brings rain, and a backbiting tongue, angry looks.
25:24  It is better to dwell in a corner of the housetop than in a mansion with a quarrelsome wife.
25:25  Cool water to one faint from thirst is good news from a far country.
25:26  A trampled fountain or a polluted spring— a just person fallen before the wicked.
25:27  To eat too much honey is not good; nor to seek honor after honor.
25:28  A city breached and left defenseless are those who do not control their temper.