Proverbs 15:9-20

⁹The way of the wicked is an abomination to the LORD; But him who followeth after righteousness he loveth.

¹⁰Sore chastisement shall be to him that forsaketh the way; He that hateth reproof shall die.

¹¹The underworld, yea, the region of death, is before the LORD; How much more the hearts of the sons of men!

¹²The scoffer loveth not his reprover; He will not resort to the wise.

¹³A joyous heart maketh a bright countenance; But by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

¹⁴The heart of the man of understanding seeketh knowledge; But the mouth of fools feedeth on folly.

¹⁵The days of the afflicted are all evil; But he that hath a cheerful heart hath a continual feast.

¹⁶Better is a little, with the fear of the LORD, Than much treasure, and trouble therewith.

¹⁷Better is a dinner of herbs, where there is love, Than a fatted ox, and hatred therewith.

¹⁸The passionate man stirreth up strife; But he who is slow to anger appeaseth strife.

¹⁹The way of the slothful is as a hedge of thorns; But the way of the righteous is a highway.

²⁰A wise son maketh a glad father; But a foolish man despiseth his mother.