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Proverbs 12:1-19 in American Standard Version (1901)

1 Whoso loveth correction loveth knowledge; But he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man shall obtain favor of Jehovah; But a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness; But the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband; But she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just; But the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are of lying in wait for blood; But the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not; But the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom; But he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, Than he that honoreth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast; But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread; But he that followeth after vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men; But the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man; But the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth; And the doings of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.
16 A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
17 He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.
18 There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever; But a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in American Standard Version (1901)

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Brenton Septuagint Translation

1 He that loves instruction loves sense, but he that hates reproofs is a fool.
2 He that has found favour with the Lord is made better; but a transgressor shall be passed over in silence.
3 A man shall not prosper by wickedness; but the roots of the righteous shall not be taken up.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but as a worm in wood, so a bad woman destroys her husband.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are true judgments; but ungodly men devise deceits.
6 The words of ungodly men are crafty; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 When the ungodly is overthrown, he vanishes away; but the houses of the just remain.
8 The mouth of an understanding man is praised by a man; but he that is dull of heart is had in derision.
9 Better is a man in dishonour serving himself, than one honouring himself and wanting bread.
10 A righteous man has pity for the lives of his cattle; but the bowels of the ungodly are unmerciful.
11 He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread; but they that pursue vanities are void of understanding.
11a He that enjoys himself in banquets of wine, shall leave dishonour in his own strong holds.
12 The desires of the ungodly are evil; but the roots of the godly are firmly set.
13 For the sin of his lips a sinner falls into snares; but a righteous man escapes from them.
13a He whose looks are gentle shall be pitied, but he that contends in the gates will afflict souls.
14 The soul of a man shall be filled with good from the fruits of his mouth; and the recompence of his lips shall be given to him.
15 The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels.
16 A fool declares his wrath the same day; but a prudent man hides his own disgrace.
17 A righteous man declares the open truth; but an unjust witness is deceitful.
18 Some wound as they speak, like swords; but the tongues of the wise heal.
19 True lips establish testimony; but a hasty witness has an unjust tongue.
Proverbs 12 in Brenton Septuagint Translation

Proverbs 12:1-19 in King James Version + Apocrypha

1 Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16 A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in King James Version + Apocrypha

Proverbs 12:1-19 in King James (Authorized) Version

1 Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16 A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in King James (Authorized) Version

Proverbs 12:1-19 in LXX2012: Septuagint in American English 2012

1 He that loves instruction loves sense, but he that hates reproofs is a fool.
2 He that has found favor with the Lord is made better; but a transgressor shall be passed over in silence.
3 A man shall not prosper by wickedness; but the roots of the righteous shall not be taken up.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but as a worm in wood, so a bad woman destroys her husband.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are true judgments; but ungodly men devise deceits.
6 The words of ungodly men are crafty; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 When the ungodly is overthrown, he vanishes away; but the houses of the just remain.
8 The mouth of an understanding man is praised by a man; but he that is dull of heart is had in derision.
9 Better is a man in dishonor serving himself, than one honouring himself and lacking bread.
10 A righteous man has pity for the lives of his cattle; but the bowels of the ungodly are unmerciful.
11 He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread; but they that pursue vanities are void of understanding. He that enjoys himself in banquets of wine, shall leave dishonor in his own strong holds.
12 The desires of the ungodly are evil; but the roots of the godly are firmly set.
13 For the sin of his lips a sinner falls into snare; but a righteous man escapes from them. He whose looks are gentle shall be pitied, but he that contends in the gates will afflict souls.
14 The soul of a man shall be filled with good from the fruits of his mouth; and the recompence of his lips shall be given to him.
15 The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels.
16 A fool declares his wrath the same day; but a prudent man hides his own disgrace.
17 A righteous man declares the open truth; but an unjust witness is deceitful.
18 Some wound as they speak, like swords; but the tongues of the wise heal.
19 True lips establish testimony; but a hasty witness has an unjust tongue.
Proverbs 12 in LXX2012: Septuagint in American English 2012

PROVERBS 12:1-19 in Revised Version with Apocrypha (1895)

1 Whoso loveth correction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man shall obtain favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall never be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are of lying in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread: but he that followeth after vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man: but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the doings of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of the foolish is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.
16 A fool’s vexation is presently known: but a prudent man concealeth shame.
17 He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness, but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
PROVERBS 12 in Revised Version with Apocrypha (1895)

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Translation for Translators

1 Those who want to know what is right to do want to be ◄disciplined/corrected► when they do what is wrong; it is foolish to not want to be ◄corrected/told that what you did is wrong►.
2 Yahweh is pleased with good people, but he condemns those who plan to harm others.
3 People do not become secure/safe by doing what is wicked; righteous people will be very safe and secure LIT like MET a tree that has deep roots.
4 A good wife is one who causes her husband to be greatly honored, but a wife who does things that cause her husband to be ashamed will destroy him like SIM cancer destroys his bones.
5 What righteous people want to do is to treat people fairly; what wicked people want to do is to deceive people.
6 What wicked people say is like a trap MET that kills MTY people who pass by, but what righteous people say MTY rescues those whom wicked people threaten to harm.
7 Wicked people will die before they become old and we will see them no more, but righteous people will live for many years and have many descendants.
8 People will praise those who have good sense, but people will despise those ◄who are always thinking about doing evil things/whose thinking is twisted►.
9 It is better to be a humble/ordinary person who has only one servant than to think that you are very important while you have nothing to eat.
10 Righteous people take care of their domestic animals, but wicked people act cruelly toward their animals.
11 Farmers who work hard in their fields will produce good crops that will give them plenty to eat, but those who waste their time working on worthless projects are foolish.
12 Wicked people desire to take away what other evil people have, but Yahweh enables righteous/godly people to be steadfast and productive MET.
13 Evil people are trapped by the evil things that they say MTY, but righteous people escape from trouble.
14 People are rewarded for the good things that they say to others, and people are also rewarded for the good work that they do MTY.
15 Foolish people always think that what they are doing is right; wise people heed other people when they give them good advice.
16 Foolish people quickly become angry when someone does something that they don't like; but those who have good sense ignore it when others insult them.
17 In the courtroom, honest people say what is true, but untruthful/dishonest people tell nothing but lies.
18 What some people say hurts people badly, as much as SIM a sword can; but what wise people say ◄heals others' souls/comforts others►.
19 When people tell MTY lies, others soon realize that what they said is not true IDM; but when people say what is true, others will rember that forever.
Proverbs 12 in Translation for Translators

Proverbs 12:1-19 in LXX2012: Septuagint in British/International English 2012

1 He that loves instruction loves sense, but he that hates reproofs is a fool.
2 He that has found favour with the Lord is made better; but a transgressor shall be passed over in silence.
3 A man shall not prosper by wickedness; but the roots of the righteous shall not be taken up.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but as a worm in wood, so a bad woman destroys her husband.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are true judgements; but ungodly men devise deceits.
6 The words of ungodly men are crafty; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 When the ungodly is overthrown, he vanishes away; but the houses of the just remain.
8 The mouth of an understanding man is praised by a man; but he that is dull of heart is had in derision.
9 Better is a man in dishonour serving himself, than one honouring himself and lacking bread.
10 A righteous man has pity for the lives of his cattle; but the bowels of the ungodly are unmerciful.
11 He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread; but they that pursue vanities are void of understanding. He that enjoys himself in banquets of wine, shall leave dishonour in his own strong holds.
12 The desires of the ungodly are evil; but the roots of the godly are firmly set.
13 For the sin of his lips a sinner falls into snare; but a righteous man escapes from them. He whose looks are gentle shall be pitied, but he that contends in the gates will afflict souls.
14 The soul of a man shall be filled with good from the fruits of his mouth; and the recompence of his lips shall be given to him.
15 The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels.
16 A fool declares his wrath the same day; but a prudent man hides his own disgrace.
17 A righteous man declares the open truth; but an unjust witness is deceitful.
18 Some wound as they speak, like swords; but the tongues of the wise heal.
19 True lips establish testimony; but a hasty witness has an unjust tongue.
Proverbs 12 in LXX2012: Septuagint in British/International English 2012

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World English Bible with Deuterocanon

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favor from Yahweh, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honors himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World English Bible with Deuterocanon

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World English Bible (Catholic)

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favor from Yahweh, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honors himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World English Bible (Catholic)

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World English Bible British Edition with Deuterocanon

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favour from the LORD, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honours himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World English Bible British Edition with Deuterocanon

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Bible in Basic English

1 A lover of training is a lover of knowledge; but a hater of teaching is like a beast.
2 A good man has grace in the eyes of the Lord; but the man of evil designs gets punishment from him.
3 No man will make himself safe through evil-doing; but the root of upright men will never be moved.
4 A woman of virtue is a crown to her husband; but she whose behaviour is a cause of shame is like a wasting disease in his bones.
5 The purposes of upright men are right, but the designs of evil-doers are deceit.
6 The words of sinners are destruction for the upright; but the mouth of upright men is their salvation.
7 Evil-doers are overturned and never seen again, but the house of upright men will keep its place.
8 A man will be praised in the measure of his wisdom, but a wrong-minded man will be looked down on.
9 He who is of low position and has a servant, is better than one who has a high opinion of himself and is in need of bread.
10 An upright man has thought for the life of his beast, but the hearts of evil-doers are cruel.
11 He who does work on his land will not be short of bread; but he who goes after foolish men is without sense.
12 The resting-place of the sinner will come to destruction, but the root of upright men is for ever.
13 In the sin of the lips is a net which takes the sinner, but the upright man will come out of trouble.
14 From the fruit of his mouth will a man have good food in full measure, and the work of a man's hands will be rewarded.
15 The way of the foolish man seems right to him? but the wise man gives ear to suggestions.
16 A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.
17 The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.
18 There are some whose uncontrolled talk is like the wounds of a sword, but the tongue of the wise makes one well again.
19 True lips are certain for ever, but a false tongue is only for a minute.
Proverbs 12 in Bible in Basic English

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Darby Translation

1 Whoso loveth discipline loveth knowledge, but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man obtaineth favour of Jehovah; but a man of mischievous devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness; but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A woman of worth is a crown to her husband; but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right; the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are a lying-in-wait for blood; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 Overthrow the wicked, and they are no more; but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man is commended according to his wisdom; but he that is of a perverted heart shall be despised.
9 Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man is concerned for the life of his beast; but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread; but he that followeth the worthless is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men; but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 In the transgression of the lips is an evil snare; but a righteous man shall go forth out of trouble.
14 A man is satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth; and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.
16 The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that babbleth like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever; but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in Darby Translation

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Douay-Rheims 1899

1 He that loveth correction, loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is foolish.
2 He that is good, shall draw grace from the Lord: but he that trusteth in his own devices doth wickedly.
3 Men shall not be strengthened by wickedness: and the root of the just shall not be moved.
4 A diligent woman is a crown to her husband: and she that doth things worthy of confusion, is a rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the just are judgments: and the counsels of the wicked are deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked lie in wait for blood: the mouth of the just shall deliver them.
7 Turn the wicked, and they shall not be: but the house of the just shall stand firm.
8 A man shall be known by his learning: but he that is vain and foolish, shall be exposed to contempt.
9 Better is the poor man that provideth for himself, than he that is glorious and wanteth bread.
10 The just regardeth the lives of his beasts: but the bowels of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that pursueth idleness is very foolish. He that is delighted in passing his time over wine, leaveth a reproach in his strong holds.
12 The desire of the wicked is the fortification of evil men: but the root of the just shall prosper.
13 For the sins of the lips ruin draweth nigh to the evil mall: but the just shall escape out of distress.
14 By the fruit of his own mouth shall a man be filled with good things, and according to the works of his hands it shall be repaid him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsels.
16 A fool immediately sheweth his anger: but he that dissembleth injuries is wise.
17 He that speaketh that which he knoweth, sheweth forth justice: but he that lieth, is a deceitful witness.
18 There is that promiseth, and is pricked as it were with a sword of conscience: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be steadfast for ever: but he that is a hasty witness, frameth a lying tongue.
Proverbs 12 in Douay-Rheims 1899

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Free Bible Version

1 If you love knowledge, you will love discipline. Anyone who hates being corrected is stupid!
2 The Lord blesses the good, but he condemns anyone with evil schemes.
3 Wickedness doesn't provide security, but those who live right are deeply rooted and cannot be moved.
4 A good wife is a crown for her husband, but one who brings shame is like rot in his bones.
5 Good people make plans that are fair, but the advice of the wicked is deceptive.
6 The words of the wicked are like a violent ambush, but those of honest people save them.
7 The wicked are destroyed, and they're gone, but the family of the good stands firm.
8 People are appreciated for talking sense, but those with perverted minds are despised.
9 Better to be a humble man serving himself than a boastful man who has nothing to eat.
10 Good people look after their animals, but the care given by wicked is really cruelty.
11 If you cultivate the land you'll have plenty of food, but if you chase after worthless things you're stupid.
12 Wicked people long for ill-gotten gains, but good people are productive themselves.
13 The wicked trap themselves by their own sinful words, but good people escape trouble.
14 What you say brings you rewards, and your work returns to bless you.
15 Stupid people think they're on the right track, but if you're wise you listen to advice.
16 Stupid people get angry immediately, but if you're sensible you ignore an insult.
17 Whoever tells the truth is being honest, but a false witness tells lies.
18 Some people's hasty words cut like a knife, but the words of the wise bring healing.
19 Words of truth last forever, but lies are gone in a moment.
Proverbs 12 in Free Bible Version

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Geneva Bible 1599

1 He that loueth instruction, loueth knowledge: but he that hateth correction, is a foole.
2 A good man getteth fauour of the Lord: but the man of wicked immaginations will hee condemne.
3 A man cannot be established by wickednesse: but the roote of the righteous shall not be mooued.
4 A vertuous woman is the crowne of her husband: but she that maketh him ashamed, is as corruption in his bones.
5 The thoughtes of the iust are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceitfull.
6 The talking of the wicked is to lye in waite for blood: but the mouth of the righteous will deliuer them.
7 God ouerthroweth the wicked, and they are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended for his wisedome: but the froward of heart shalbe despised.
9 He that is despised, and is his owne seruant, is better then he that boasteth himselfe and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the mercies of the wicked are cruell.
11 He that tilleth his lande, shalbe satisfied with bread: but he that followeth the idle, is destitute of vnderstanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of euils: but the roote of the righteous giueth fruite.
13 The euill man is snared by the wickednesse of his lips, but the iust shall come out of aduersitie.
14 A man shalbe satiate with good things by the fruite of his mouth, and the recompence of a mans hands shall God giue vnto him.
15 The way of a foole is right in his owne eyes: but he that heareth counsell, is wise.
16 A foole in a day shall be knowen by his anger: but he that couereth shame, is wise.
17 He that speaketh trueth, will shewe righteousnes: but a false witnes vseth deceite.
18 There is that speaketh wordes like the prickings of a sworde: but the tongue of wise men is health.
19 The lip of trueth shall be stable for euer: but a lying tongue varieth incontinently.
Proverbs 12 in Geneva Bible 1599

Proverbs 12:1-19 in JPS TaNaKH 1917

1 Whoso loveth knowledge loveth correction; but he that is brutish hateth reproof.
2 A good man shall obtain favour of the LORD; but a man of wicked devices will He condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness; but the root of the righteous shall never be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but she that doeth shamefully is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right; but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not; but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his intelligence; but he that is of a distorted understanding shall be despised.
9 Better is he that is lightly esteemed, and hath a servant, than he that playeth the man of rank, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast; but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his ground shall have plenty of bread; but he that followeth after vain things is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the prey of evil men; but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 In the transgression of the lips is a snare to the evil man; but the righteous cometh out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, and the doings of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is straight in his own eyes; but he that is wise hearkeneth unto counsel.
16 A fool's vexation is presently known; but a prudent man concealeth shame.
17 He that breatheth forth truth uttereth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever; but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in JPS TaNaKH 1917

Proverbs 12:1-19 in KJV Cambridge Paragraph Bible

1 Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: But he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man obtaineth favour of the Lord: But a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: But the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: But she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: But the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: But the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: But the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: But he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better Than he that honoureth himself, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: But he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men: But the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: But the just shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: And the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: But he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16 A fool’s wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: But a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: But the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: But a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in KJV Cambridge Paragraph Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Isaac Leeser Tanakh

1 Whoso loveth correction loveth knowledge; but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 The good obtaineth favor of the Lord; but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.
3 A man cannot be firmly established by wickedness; but the root of the righteous will not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but as rottenness in his bones is one that bringeth shame on him.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are justice: the best counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are of lying in wait for blood; but the mouth of the upright will deliver them.
7 The wicked are suddenly overthrown, and are no more; but the house of the righteous will endure.
8 In accordance with his intelligence is a man praised; but he that is perverse of heart will come to be despised.
9 Better is he that is lightly esteemed who hath a servant, than he that aimeth after honor, and lacketh bread.
10 A righteous man careth for the life of his beast; but the mercies of the wicked are cruelty.
11 He that tilleth his ground will be satisfied with bread; but he that runneth after idle persons is void of sense.
12 The wicked is covetous for the net of evil men; but God giveth root to the righteous.
13 In the transgression of his lips is the snare of the wicked; but the righteous cometh out of distress.
14 From the fruit of his mouth will a man be satisfied with what is good; and the recompense of a man's hands will be brought back unto him.
15 The way of a fool is straight in his own eyes; but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16 The wrath of the fool is known on the very day; but he that concealeth the disgrace is prudent.
17 He that uttereth truth announceth righteousness; but a false witness, deceit.
18 There is some one that useth words which are like the thrusts of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is healing.
19 The lip of truth will stand firm for ever; but only for a moment the tongue of falsehood.
Proverbs 12 in Isaac Leeser Tanakh

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Updated Brenton English Septuagint

1 He that loves instruction loves sense, But he that hates reproofs is a fool.
2 He that has found favor with the Lord is made better; But a transgressor shall be passed over in silence.
3 A man shall not prosper by wickedness; But the roots of the righteous shall not be taken up.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; But as a worm in wood, so a bad woman destroys her husband.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are true judgments; But ungodly men devise deceits.
6 The words of ungodly men are crafty; But the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 When the ungodly is overthrown, he vanishes away; But the houses of the just remain.
8 The mouth of an understanding man is praised by a man; But he that is dull of heart is had in derision.
9 Better is a man in dishonor serving himself, Than one honoring himself and wanting bread.
10 A righteous man has pity for the lives of his cattle; But the bowels of the ungodly are unmerciful.
11 He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread; But they that pursue vanities are void of understanding.
11a He that enjoys himself in banquets of wine, Shall leave dishonor in his own strongholds.
12 The desires of the ungodly are evil; But the roots of the godly are firmly set.
13 For the sin of his lips a sinner falls into snares; But a righteous man escapes from them.
13a He whose looks are gentle shall be pitied, But he that contends in the gates will afflict souls.
14 The soul of a man shall be filled with good from the fruits of his mouth; And the recompense of his lips shall be given to him.
15 The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; But a wise man hearkens to counsels.
16 A fool declares his wrath the same day; But a prudent man hides his own disgrace.
17 A righteous man declares the open truth; But an unjust witness is deceitful.
18 Some wound as they speak, like swords; But the tongues of the wise heal.
19 True lips establish testimony; But a hasty witness has an unjust tongue.
Proverbs 12 in Updated Brenton English Septuagint

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Nyangumarta English Bible

10 Good people take care of their tame animals. Bad people keep theirs badly.
Proverbs 12 in Nyangumarta English Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in George Noyes Bible

1 He who loveth correction loveth knowledge; But he who hateth rebuke remaineth stupid.
2 The good man obtaineth favor from the LORD; But the man of wicked devices he condemneth.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness; But the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; But she who causeth shame is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The purposes of the righteous are just; The designs of the wicked are deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked lie in wait for men's blood; But the mouth of the upright delivereth them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more; But the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man will be commended according to his wisdom; But he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 Better is he that demeaneth himself, and hath a servant, Than he that exalteth himself, and hath no bread.
10 The righteous man careth for the life of his beast; But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tilleth his own land shall be satisfied with bread; But he who followeth worthless persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked man longeth after the prey of evil-doers; But the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit.
13 In the transgression of the lips is a dangerous snare; But the righteous man shall escape from trouble.
14 By the fruit of a man's mouth he shall be filled with good, And the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes; But he that hearkeneth to counsel is wise.
16 A fool's wrath is instantly known; But he that hideth insult is wise.
17 He that speaketh truth testifieth what is right; But a false witness, deceit.
18 There is who babbleth like the piercing of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever; But the tongue of falsehood, but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in George Noyes Bible

Proverbs [Sayings] 12:1-19 in One Unity Resource Bible

1 Whoever 'ahav ·affectionately loves· correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favor from Adonai , but he will condemn a man of wicked devices.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the upright shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the upright are mishpat ·just·, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the upright shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a linnened mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is lightly esteemed, and has a servant, than he who honors himself, and lacks bread.
10 A upright man respects the life of his animal, but the tender racham ·merciful love· of the wicked is cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the upright flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the upright shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise sh'ma ·hears obeys· counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs [Sayings] 12 in One Unity Resource Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Unlocked Literal Bible

1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but the one who hates correction is stupid.
2 Yahweh gives favor to a good man, but he condemns a man who makes evil plans.
3 A person cannot be established by wickedness, but righteous people cannot be uprooted.
4 A worthy wife is her husband's crown, but she who brings shame is like a disease that rots his bones.
5 The plans of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of wicked people are an ambush waiting for a chance to kill, but the words of the upright keep them safe.
7 Wicked people are overthrown and they are gone, but the house of the righteous person will stand.
8 A person is praised by how much wisdom he has, but the one who makes perverse choices is despised.
9 Better to have an unimportant position—only being a servant— than to brag about your importance but have no food.
10 The righteous person cares about the needs of his animal, but even the compassion of the wicked is cruel.
11 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases after worthless projects has no sense.
12 The wicked person desires what evil men have stolen from others, but the fruit of righteous people comes from themselves.
13 An evil person is trapped by his wicked talk, but the righteous person escapes from trouble.
14 From the fruit of his words a person is filled with good things, just as the work of his hands rewards him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.
16 A fool shows his anger at once, but one who ignores an insult is prudent.
17 The one who speaks the truth says what is right, but a false witness tells lies.
18 The words of one who speaks rashly are like the thrusts of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
19 Truthful lips last forever, but a lying tongue is only for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in Unlocked Literal Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World English Bible

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favor from Yahweh, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honors himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World English Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World English Bible British Edition

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favour from the LORD, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honours himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World English Bible British Edition

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Noah Webster Bible

1 Whoever loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.
2 A good man obtaineth favor from the LORD: but a man of wicked devices he will condemn.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are right: but the counsels of the wicked are deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are to lie in wait for blood: but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are not: but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.
9 He that is despised, and hath a servant, is better than he that honoreth himself, and is destitute of bread.
10 A righteous man regardeth the life of his beast: but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desireth the net of evil men : but the root of the righteous yieldeth fruit .
13 The wicked is snared by the transgression of his lips: but the just shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompense of a man's hands shall be rendered to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth to counsel is wise.
16 A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17 He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness: but a false witness, deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12 in Noah Webster Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World Messianic Bible

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favor from the LORD, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honors himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World Messianic Bible

Proverbs 12:1-19 in World Messianic Bible British Edition

1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.
2 A good man shall obtain favour from the LORD, but he will condemn a man of wicked plans.
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, but a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just, but the advice of the wicked is deceitful.
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, but the speech of the upright rescues them.
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, but the house of the righteous shall stand.
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, but he who has a warped mind shall be despised.
9 Better is he who is little known, and has a servant, than he who honours himself and lacks bread.
10 A righteous man respects the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, but he who chases fantasies is void of understanding.
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, but the root of the righteous flourishes.
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, but the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth’s lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
Proverbs 12 in World Messianic Bible British Edition

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Wycliffe's Bible with Modern Spelling

1 He that loveth chastising or discipline, loveth knowing; but he that hateth blamings, is unwise.
2 He that is good, shall draw to himself grace of the Lord; but he that trusteth in his thoughts, doeth wickedly.
3 A man shall not be made strong by wickedness; and the root of just or rightwise men shall not be moved.
4 A diligent woman is a crown to her husband; and rot is in the bones of that woman, that doeth things worthy of confusion.
5 The thoughts of just or rightwise men be dooms; and the counsels of wicked men be guileful.
6 The words of wicked men set treason to blood; the mouth of just or rightwise men shall deliver them.
7 Overturn thou wicked men, and they shall not be; but the houses of just or rightwise men shall dwell perfectly.
8 A man shall be known by his teaching; but he that is vain and heartless, shall be open to despising.
9 Better is a poor man, and sufficient to himself, than a glorious man, and needy of bread.
10 A just or rightwise man knoweth the lives of his work beasts; but the entrails of wicked men be cruel.
11 He that worketh his land, shall be filled with loaves; but he that pursueth or followeth idleness, is most foolish. He that is sweet, that is mild, liveth in temperances; and in his admonishings he forsaketh despisings.
12 The desire of a wicked man is the memorial of worst things; but the root of just or rightwise men shall increase.
13 For the sins of lips, falling down nigheth to an evil man; but a just or rightwise man shall escape from anguish.
14 Of the fruit of his mouth each man shall be ful filled with goods; and by the works of his hands it shall be yielded to him.
15 The way of a fool is rightful or right in his eyes; but he that is wise, heareth counsels.
16 A fool showeth anon his ire; but he that dissembleth wrongs, is wise.
17 He that speaketh that, that he knoweth, is a judge of rightfulness or of rightwiseness; but he that lieth, is a guileful witness.
18 A man is that promiseth, and he is pricked as with the sword of conscience; but the tongue of wise men is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be steadfast without end; but he that is a sudden witness, maketh ready the tongue of leasing.

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Wycliffe's Bible with Modern Spelling (Enhanced)

1 He that loveth chastising, loveth knowing; but he that hateth blamings, is unwise. (He who loveth discipline, loveth knowledge; but he who hateth rebukes, is unwise.)
2 He that is good, shall draw to himself (the) grace of the Lord, (or He who is good, shall draw favour to himself from the Lord); but he that trusteth in his (own) thoughts, doeth wickedly.
3 A man shall not be made strong by wickedness; and the root of just men shall not be moved. (No one is made strong by wickedness; but the roots of the righteous shall not be uprooted.)
4 A diligent woman is a crown to her husband; and rot is in the bones of that woman, that doeth things worthy of confusion. (A diligent woman is a crown to her husband; but rot is in the bones of her, who doeth shameful things.)
5 The thoughts of just men be dooms; and the counsels of wicked men be guileful. (The thoughts of the righteous be lawful; and the plans of the wicked be deceitful or and the advice of the wicked is deceptive.)
6 The words of wicked men set treason to blood; the mouth of just men shall deliver them. (The words of the wicked set ambush for blood; the words of the righteous shall save them.)
7 (Over)Turn thou wicked men, and they shall not be; but the houses of just men shall dwell perfectly. (Overturn thou, or bring thou down, the wicked, and they shall not be; but the families of the righteous shall continue.)
8 A man shall be known by his teaching; but he that is vain and heartless, shall be open to despising.
9 Better is a poor man, and sufficient (un)to himself, than (to be) a (self-)glorious man, and needy of bread.
10 A just man knoweth the lives of his work beasts; but the entrails of wicked men be cruel. (A righteous person careth for the lives of his work beasts; but the hearts of the wicked be cruel.)
11 He that worketh his land, shall be filled with loaves; but he that followeth idleness, is most fool(ish). He that is sweet, that is mild, liveth in temperances; and in his admonishings he forsaketh despisings, (or He who is humble, liveth temperately; and he forsaketh despisings in all of his admonishings).
12 The desire of a wicked man is the memorial of worst things; but the root of just men shall increase. (The desires of the wicked be a memorial of the worst things; but the roots of the righteous shall increase, or shall go deeper.)
13 For the sins of (his) lips, falling down nigheth to an evil man; but a just man shall escape from anguish (or but the righteous shall escape from anguish).
14 Of the fruit of his mouth each man shall be ful filled with goods (or A person shall be fulfilled with good things by the fruit of his mouth); and by the works of his hands it shall be yielded to him.
15 The way of a fool is rightful in his eyes; but he that is wise, heareth counsels, (or but he who is wise, listeneth to good advice).
16 A fool showeth anon his ire; but he that dissembleth wrongs, is wise. (A fool showeth his anger at once; but he who overlooketh wrongs, is wise.)
17 He that speaketh that, that he knoweth, is a judge of rightfulness; but he that lieth, is a guileful witness. (He who speaketh what he knoweth, is a just judge or is a judge of righteousness; but he who lieth, is a deceitful witness.)
18 A man is that promiseth, and he is pricked as with the sword of conscience; but the tongue of wise men is health. (There is a person who speaketh, and his words cut like a sword; but the tongues of the wise give health.)
19 The lip of truth shall be steadfast into without end; but he that is a sudden witness, maketh ready the tongue of leasing, (or but he who speaketh a ready answer, often haveth a lying tongue).

Proverbs 12:1-19 in Young's Literal Translation

1 Whoso is loving instruction, is loving knowledge, And whoso is hating reproof is brutish.
2 The good bringeth forth favour from Jehovah, And the man of wicked devices He condemneth.
3 A man is not established by wickedness, And the root of the righteous is not moved.
4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, And as rottenness in his bones is one causing shame.
5 The thoughts of the righteous are justice, The counsels of the wicked — deceit.
6 The words of the wicked are: 'Lay wait for blood,' And the mouth of the upright delivereth them.
7 Overthrow the wicked, and they are not, And the house of the righteous standeth.
8 According to his wisdom is a man praised, And the perverted of heart becometh despised.
9 Better is the lightly esteemed who hath a servant, Than the self-honoured who lacketh bread.
10 The righteous knoweth the life of his beast, And the mercies of the wicked are cruel.
11 Whoso is tilling the ground is satisfied with bread, And whoso is pursuing vanities is lacking heart,
12 The wicked hath desired the net of evil doers, And the root of the righteous giveth.
13 In transgression of the lips is the snare of the wicked, And the righteous goeth out from distress.
14 From the fruit of the mouth is one satisfied with good, And the deed of man's hands returneth to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, And whoso is hearkening to counsel is wise.
16 The fool — in a day is his anger known, And the prudent is covering shame.
17 Whoso uttereth faithfulness declareth righteousness, And a false witness — deceit.
18 A rash speaker is like piercings of a sword, And the tongue of the wise is healing.
19 The lip of truth is established for ever, And for a moment — a tongue of falsehood.

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