Proverbs 16:19-33 in English

¹⁹ Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that giveth heed unto the word shall find good; And whoso trusteth in Jehovah, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a well-spring of life unto him that hath it; But the correction of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, But the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man laboreth for him; For his mouth urgeth him thereto.

²⁷ A worthless man deviseth mischief; And in his lips there is as a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man scattereth abroad strife; And a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A man of violence enticeth his neighbor, And leadeth him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ He that shutteth his eyes, it is to devise perverse things: He that compresseth his lips bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory; It shall be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; But the whole disposing thereof is of Jehovah.

¹⁹ Better is a meek-spirited man with lowliness, than one who divides spoils with the proud.

²⁰ He who is skilful in business finds good: but he that trusts in God is most blessed.

²¹ Men call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; but the instruction of fools is evil.

²³ The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.

²⁴ Good words are honeycombs, and the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul.

²⁵ There are ways that seem to be right to a man, but the end of them looks to the depth of hell.

²⁶ A man who labours, labours for himself, and drives from him his own ruin.

²⁷ But the perverse bears destruction upon his own mouth: a foolish man digs up evil for himself, and treasures fire on his own lips.

²⁸ A perverse man spreads mischief, and will kindle a torch of deceit with mischiefs; and he separates friends.

²⁹ A transgressor tries to ensnare friends, and leads them in ways that are not good.

³⁰ And the man that fixes his eyes devises perverse things, and marks out with his lips all evils: he is a furnace of wickedness.

³¹ Old age is a crown of honour, but it is found in the ways of righteousness.

³² A man slow to anger is better than a strong man; and he that governs his temper better than he that takes a city.

³³ All evils come upon the ungodly into their bosoms; but all righteous things come of the Lord.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.

¹⁹ Better is a meek-spirited man with lowliness, than one who divides spoils with the proud.

²⁰ He who is skillful in business finds good: but he that trusts in God is most blessed.

²¹ Men call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; but the instruction of fools is evil.

²³ The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.

²⁴ Good words are honeycombs, and the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul.

²⁵ There are ways that seem to be right to a man, but the end of them looks to the depth of hell.

²⁶ A man who labors, labors for himself, and drives from him his own ruin.

²⁷ But the perverse bears destruction upon his own mouth: a foolish man digs up evil for himself, and treasures fire on his own lips.

²⁸ A perverse man spreads mischief, and will kindle a torch of deceit with mischiefs; and he separates friends.

²⁹ A transgressor tries to ensnare friends, and leads them in ways that are not good.

³⁰ And the man that fixes his eyes devises perverse things, and marks out with his lips all evil: he is a furnace of wickedness.

³¹ Old age is a crown of honor, but it is found in the ways of righteousness.

³² A man slow to anger is better than a strong man; and he that governs his temper better than he that takes a city.

³³ All evils come upon the ungodly into their bosoms; but all righteous things come of the Lord.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that giveth heed unto the word shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the correction of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ The appetite of the labouring man laboureth for him; for his mouth craveth it of him.

²⁷ A worthless man deviseth mischief: and in his lips there is as a scorching fire.

²⁸ A froward man scattereth abroad strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A man of violence enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ He that shutteth his eyes, it is to devise froward things: he that compresseth his lips bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, it shall be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.

¹⁹ It is better to be humble and poor than to associate with proud people and to become rich by dividing with them ◄plunder/goods captured in a battle►.

²⁰ Those who heed good teaching/instruction will prosper; happy are those who trust in Yahweh.

²¹ People say that those who are wise learn what is right/good behavior, and those who talk pleasantly are able to influence others to do what is right.

²² Being wise is like having a fountain that gives life MET, but foolish people are punished as a result of their acting foolishly.

²³ Those who are wise think carefully before they talk, and as a result they are able to influence/persuade others to do what is right.

²⁴ Kind words are like honey SIM: We enjoy them both, and both cause our bodies to be healthy/strong.

²⁵ There are some kinds of behavior MET that people think are right, but ◄walking on those roads MET/continually doing those things► causes those people to die.

²⁶ If a worker ◄has an appetite/is hungry►, that urges him to work hard because he SYN wants to earn money to buy things to eat.

²⁷ Worthless people plan ways to cause trouble for others, and even what they say injures people like a hot fire does SIM.

²⁸ Deceitful people cause strife/quarreling among other people; those who say alse things about other people cause people who are friends to become enemies.

²⁹ Those who act violently entice/encourage others to also act violently and lead them along a road that will end in disaster.

³⁰ People sometimes show with one of their eyes to signal to their friends that they are planning to do something to harm others; they smirk when they are about to do something evil.

³¹ Gray hair is like a glorious crown MET that is given to people who have always behaved righteously.

³² Those who do not become angry quickly are better than those who are powerful; it is better to ◄control your temper/keep yourself from becoming very angry► than to conquer a city.

³³ People ◄cast lots/throw marked stones► to decide what should be done, but God is the one who truly decides what will happen.

¹⁹ Better is a meek-spirited man with lowliness, than one who divides spoils with the proud.

²⁰ He who is skilful in business finds good: but he that trusts in God is most blessed.

²¹ Men call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; but the instruction of fools is evil.

²³ The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.

²⁴ Good words are honeycombs, and the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul.

²⁵ There are ways that seem to be right to a man, but the end of them looks to the depth of hell.

²⁶ A man who labours, labours for himself, and drives from him his own ruin.

²⁷ But the perverse bears destruction upon his own mouth: a foolish man digs up evil for himself, and treasures fire on his own lips.

²⁸ A perverse man spreads mischief, and will kindle a torch of deceit with mischiefs; and he separates friends.

²⁹ A transgressor tries to ensnare friends, and leads them in ways that are not good.

³⁰ And the man that fixes his eyes devises perverse things, and marks out with his lips all evil: he is a furnace of wickedness.

³¹ Old age is a crown of honour, but it is found in the ways of righteousness.

³² A man slow to anger is better than a strong man; and he that governs his temper better than he that takes a city.

³³ All evils come upon the ungodly into their bosoms; but all righteous things come of the Lord.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man labors for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man labors for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the labouring man labours for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbour, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Grey hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.

¹⁹ Better it is to have a gentle spirit with the poor, than to take part in the rewards of war with men of pride.

²⁰ He who gives attention to the law of right will get good; and whoever puts his faith in the Lord is happy.

²¹ The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.

²² Wisdom is a fountain of life to him who has it; but the punishment of the foolish is their foolish behaviour.

²³ The heart of the wise man is the teacher of his mouth, and gives increased learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasing words are like honey, sweet to the soul and new life to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems straight before a man, but its end is the ways of death.

²⁶ The desire of the working man is working for him, for his need of food is driving him on.

²⁷ A good-for-nothing man is a designer of evil, and in his lips there is a burning fire.

²⁸ A man of twisted purposes is a cause of fighting everywhere: and he who says evil secretly makes trouble between friends.

²⁹ A violent man puts desire of evil into his neighbour's mind, and makes him go in a way which is not good.

³⁰ He whose eyes are shut is a man of twisted purposes, and he who keeps his lips shut tight makes evil come about.

³¹ The grey head is a crown of glory, if it is seen in the way of righteousness.

³² He who is slow to be angry is better than a man of war, and he who has control over his spirit than he who takes a town.

³³ A thing may be put to the decision of chance, but it comes about through the Lord.

¹⁹ Better is it to be of a humble spirit with the meek, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that giveth heed to the word shall find good; and whoso confideth in Jehovah, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Wisdom is a fountain of life for him that hath it; but the instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise maketh his mouth intelligent, and upon his lips increaseth learning.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health for the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof is the ways of death.

²⁶ The appetite of the labourer laboureth for him, for his mouth urgeth him on.

²⁷ A man of Belial diggeth up evil, and on his lips there is as a scorching fire.

²⁸ A false man soweth contention; and a talebearer separateth very friends.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into a way that is not good.

³⁰ He that shutteth his eyes, it is to devise froward things; biting his lips, he bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole decision is of Jehovah.

¹⁹ It is better to be humbled with the meek, than to divide spoils with the proud.

²⁰ The learned in word shall find good things: and he that trusteth in the Lord is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and he that is sweet in words shall attain to greater things.

²² Knowledge is a fountain of life to him that possesseth it: the instruction of fools is foolishness.

²³ The heart of the wise shall instruct his mouth: and shall add grace to his lips.

²⁴ Well ordered words are as a honeycomb: sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth to a man right: and the ends thereof lead to death.

²⁶ The soul of him that laboureth, laboureth for himself, because his mouth hath obliged him to it.

²⁷ The wicked man diggeth evil, and in his lips is a burning fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirreth up quarrels: and one full of words separateth princes.

²⁹ An unjust man allureth his friend: and leadeth him into a way that is not good.

³⁰ He that with fixed eyes deviseth wicked things, biting his lips, bringeth: evil to pass.

³¹ Old age is a crown of dignity, when it is found in the ways of justice.

³² The patient man is better than the valiant: and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh cities.

³³ Lots are cast into the lap, but they are disposed of by the Lord.

¹⁹ Better to have a humble spirit and live with the poor than to share plunder with the proud.

²⁰ If you pay attention to wise instruction you will do well; you'll be happy if you trust in the Lord.

²¹ If you think wisely you'll be called perceptive; if you speak pleasantly you'll be persuasive.

²² If you have good sense it will be a fountain of life to you, but stupid people are punished by their stupidity.

²³ A wise mind makes sure to say sensible things; the words spoken are persuasive.

²⁴ Kind words are like a honeycomb—they taste sweet and are healthy for the body.

²⁵ There's a way that seems to be right, but in the end it's the way of death.

²⁶ A good appetite helps workers—hunger encourages them.

²⁷ Worthless people plot evil and their words burn like fire.

²⁸ Quarrelsome people cause conflict, and a gossip comes between the closest friends.

²⁹ Violent people lure their friends, and lead them in a direction that's not good for them.

³⁰ People who give you a sly wink are plotting bad things; they purse their lips and make evil happen.

³¹ Gray hair is a glorious crown; it's achieved by living right.

³² Better to be slow to anger than to be powerful, better to have self-control than to conquer a town.

³³ The lot is thrown into the lap, but the Lord makes every decision.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of humble minde with the lowly, then to deuide the spoyles with the proude.

²⁰ He that is wise in his busines, shall finde good: and he that trusteth in the Lord, he is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall bee called prudent: and the sweetenesse of the lippes shall increase doctrine.

²² Vnderstading is welspring of life vnto them that haue it: and the instruction of fooles is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise guideth his mouth wisely, and addeth doctrine to his lippes.

²⁴ Faire wordes are as an hony combe, sweetenesse to the soule, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right vnto man: but the issue thereof are the wayes of death.

²⁶ The person that traueileth, traueileth for himselfe: for his mouth craueth it of him.

²⁷ A wicked man diggeth vp euill, and in his lippes is like burning fire.

²⁸ A frowarde person soweth strife: and a tale teller maketh diuision among princes.

²⁹ A wicked man deceiueth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to deuise wickednes: he moueth his lippes, and bringeth euil to passe.

³¹ Age is a crowne of glory, when it is founde in the way of righteousnes.

³² He that is slowe vnto anger, is better then the mightie man: and hee that ruleth his owne minde, is better then he that winneth a citie.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap: but the whole disposition thereof is of the Lord.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of a lowly spirit with the humble, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that giveth heed unto the word shall find good; and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart is called a man of discernment; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life unto him that hath it; but folly is the chastisement of fools.

²³ The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ The hunger of the labouring man laboureth for him; for his mouth compelleth him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up evil, and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man soweth strife; and a whisperer separateth familiar friends.

²⁹ A man of violence enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into a way that is not good.

³⁰ He that shutteth his eyes, it is to devise froward things; he that biteth his lips bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, it is found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; but the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, Than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: And whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: But the instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right unto a man, But the end thereof are the ways of death.

²⁶ He that laboureth laboureth for himself; For his mouth craveth it of him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up evil: And in his lips there is as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man soweth strife: And a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbour, And leadeth him into the way that is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: Moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, If it be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; But the whole disposing thereof is of the Lord.

¹⁹ Better is it to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that reflecteth on a matter wisely will find happiness; and whoso trusteth in the Lord—happiness attend him!

²¹ The wise in heart is called a man of understanding; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth information.

²² Intelligence is a source of life unto its possessor; but the correction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise maketh his mouth intelligent, and upon his lips he increaseth information.

²⁴ Like the droppings of honey are pleasant sayings, sweet to the soul, and healing to the bones.

²⁵ There is many a way which seemeth even before a man, but its end are the ways unto death.

²⁶ The desire of the laborer laboreth for him; for his mouth imposeth it on him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up mischief, and on his lips there is as it were a scathing fire.

²⁸ A perverse man scattereth strife; and a whisperer separateth confident friends.

²⁹ The man of violence misleadeth his neighbor, and maketh him go on a way which is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to devise perverse things: when he compresseth his lips then hath he fully resolved on evil.

³¹ An ornamental crown is the hoary head, on the way of righteousness can it be found.

³² One that is slow to anger is better than a hero; and he that ruleth his spirit, than the conqueror of a city.

³³ In the lap the lot is cast: but from the Lord cometh the whole of its decision.

¹⁹ Better is a meek-spirited man with lowliness, Than one who divides spoils with the proud.

²⁰ He who is skillful in business finds good: But he that trusts in God is most blessed.

²¹ Men call the wise and understanding evil: But they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; But the instruction of fools is evil.

²³ The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; And on his lips he will wear knowledge.

²⁴ Good words are honeycombs, And the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul.

²⁵ There are ways that seem to be right to a man, But the end of them looks to the depth of hell.

²⁶ A man who labors, labors for himself, and drives from him his own ruin.

²⁷ But the perverse bears destruction upon his own mouth: A foolish man digs up evil for himself, And treasures fire on his own lips.

²⁸ A perverse man spreads mischief, And will kindle a torch of deceit with mischiefs; and he separates friends.

²⁹ A transgressor tries to ensnare friends, And leads them in ways that are not good.

³⁰ And the man that fixes his eyes devises perverse things, And marks out with his lips all evils: He is a furnace of wickedness.

³¹ Old age is a crown of honor, But it is found in the ways of righteousness.

³² A man slow to anger is better than a strong man; And he that governs his temper better than he that takes a city.

³³ All evils come upon the ungodly into their bosoms; But all righteous things come of the Lord.

¹⁹ Better is it to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, Than to share the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He who giveth heed to the word shall find good; And he who trusteth in the LORD, happy is he!

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called intelligent, And sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a wellspring of life to him that hath it. And the chastisement of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise man instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweet to the taste, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right to a man, But the end thereof is the way to death.

²⁶ The hunger of the laborer laboreth for him; For his mouth urgeth him on.

²⁷ A worthless man diggeth mischief, And on his lips there is, as it were, a burning fire.

²⁸ A deceitful man stirreth up strife, And a whisperer separateth friends.

²⁹ A man of violence enticeth his neighbor, And leadeth him into a way which is not good.

³⁰ He who shutteth his eyes to devise fraud, He who compresseth his lips, hath accomplished mischief!

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, If it be found in the way of righteousness.

³² He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he who ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap; But the whole decision thereof is from the LORD.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Adonai is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man labors for him; for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every mishpat ·decision· is from Adonai .

¹⁹ It is better to be humble among poor people than to divide the spoil with proud people.

²⁰ Whoever contemplates what they are taught will find what is good, and those who trust in Yahweh will be blessed.

²¹ The one who is wise in heart is called discerning and sweetness of speech improves the ability to teach.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to the one who has it, but the instruction of fools is their foolishness.

²³ The heart of a wise person gives insight to his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb— sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.

²⁶ The laborer's appetite works for him; his hunger urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless person digs up mischief and his speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse person stirs up conflict and a gossip separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence lies to his neighbor and leads him down a path that is not good.

³⁰ The one who winks the eye is plotting perverse things; those who purse the lips will bring evil to pass.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living the right way.

³² It is better to be slow to anger than to be a warrior and one who rules his spirit is stronger than one who conquers a city.

³³ The lots are cast into the lap, but the decision is from Yahweh.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man labors for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from Yahweh.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the labouring man labours for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbour, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Grey hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.

¹⁹ Better it is to be of a humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.

²⁰ He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

²² Understanding is a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are as a honey-comb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way that seemeth right to a man, but the end of it is the ways of death.

²⁶ He that laboreth laboreth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

²⁷ An ungodly man diggeth up evil: and in his lips there is as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man soweth strife: and a whisperer separateth chief friends.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbor, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

³⁰ He shutteth his eyes to devise froward things: moving his lips he bringeth evil to pass.

³¹ The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it is found in the way of righteousness.

³² He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap: but the whole disposing of it is from the LORD.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the laboring man labors for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbor, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Gray hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.

¹⁹ It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.

²⁰ He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

²¹ The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

²² Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

²³ The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

²⁴ Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

²⁵ There is a way which seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

²⁶ The appetite of the labouring man labours for him, for his mouth urges him on.

²⁷ A worthless man devises mischief. His speech is like a scorching fire.

²⁸ A perverse man stirs up strife. A whisperer separates close friends.

²⁹ A man of violence entices his neighbour, and leads him in a way that is not good.

³⁰ One who winks his eyes to plot perversities, one who compresses his lips, is bent on evil.

³¹ Grey hair is a crown of glory. It is attained by a life of righteousness.

³² One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.

³³ The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the LORD.

¹⁹ It is better to be made meek with mild men, than to part spoils with proud men.

²⁰ A learned man in word shall find goods; and he that hopeth in the Lord is blessed.

²¹ He that is wise in heart, shall be called prudent; and he that is sweet in speech, shall find greater things.

²² The well of life is the learning of him that wieldeth; the teaching of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of a wise man shall teach his mouth; and shall increase grace to his lips.

²⁴ Words well-set together is a comb of honey; health of bones is the sweetness of soul.

²⁵ A way there is that seemeth rightful or right to a man; and the last things thereof lead to death.

²⁶ The soul of a man travailing travaileth to himself; for his mouth compelled him.

²⁷ An unwise man diggeth for evil; and fire burneth in his lips.

²⁸ A wayward man raiseth strives; and a man full of words separateth princes.

²⁹ A wicked man flattereth his friend; and leadeth him by a way not good.

³⁰ He that thinketh shrewd things with eyes astonied, biteth his lips, and performeth evil.

³¹ A crown of dignity is eld age, that shall be found in the ways of rightfulness or rightwiseness.

³² A patient man is better than a strong man; and he that is lord of his soul, is better than an overcomer of cities.

³³ Lots be sent into the bosom; but they be tempered of the Lord.

¹⁹ It is better to be made meek with mild men, than to part spoils with proud men. (It is better to be made poor with the humble, than to part spoils with the proud.)

²⁰ A learned man in word shall find goods (or A person learned in understanding shall obtain good things); and he that hopeth in the Lord is blessed.

²¹ He that is wise in heart, shall be called prudent; and he that is sweet in speech, shall find greater things. (He who is wise in heart, shall be called prudent; and he who useth sweet, or pleasant, speech, shall increase his knowledge or shall help others to learn.)

²² The well of life is the learning of him that wieldeth (it); the teaching of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of a wise man shall teach his mouth; and shall increase grace to his lips. (The heart of a wise person shall teach his mouth; and his lips shall bring an increase of favour.)

²⁴ Words well-set together is a comb of honey; health of bones is the sweetness of soul. (Kind words be like a honeycomb; sweet to the soul, and health for the bones.)

²⁵ A way there is that seemeth rightful to a man (or There is a way that seemeth right to someone); and the last things thereof lead to death.

²⁶ The soul of a man travailing travaileth to himself; for his mouth compelled him. (A person labouring laboureth for himself; for his hunger compelled him.)

²⁷ An unwise man diggeth evil; and fire burneth in his lips. (The unwise person diggeth up evil; and fire burneth on his lips.)

²⁸ A wayward man raiseth strives; and a man full of words separateth princes. (A wayward person raiseth up strife, or arguments; and a person full of words separateth leaders.)

²⁹ A wicked man flattereth his friend; and leadeth him by a way not good.

³⁰ He that thinketh shrewd things with eyes astonied, biteth his lips, and performeth evil. (With astonished eyes, he thinketh depraved things, and biteth his lips, and performeth evil.)

³¹ A crown of dignity is eld (age), that shall be found in the ways of rightfulness.

³² A patient man is better than a strong man; and he that is lord of his soul, is better than an overcomer of cities. (A patient person is better than a strong person; and he who is lord over himself, or over his own nature, is better than an overcomer of cities.)

³³ Lots be sent into the bosom; but they be tempered of the Lord. (Lots can be cast into the lap; but they shall be decided, or determined, by the Lord.)

¹⁹ Better is humility of spirit with the poor, Than to apportion spoil with the proud.

²⁰ The wise in any matter findeth good, And whoso is trusting in Jehovah, O his happiness.

²¹ To the wise in heart is called, 'Intelligent,' And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.

²² A fountain of life is understanding to its possessors, The instruction of fools is folly.

²³ The heart of the wise causeth his mouth to act wisely, And by his lips he increaseth learning,

²⁴ Sayings of pleasantness are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and healing to the bone.

²⁵ There is a way right before a man, And its latter end — ways of death.

²⁶ A labouring man hath laboured for himself, For his mouth hath caused him to bend over it.

²⁷ A worthless man is preparing evil, And on his lips — as a burning fire.

²⁸ A froward man sendeth forth contention, A tale-bearer is separating a familiar friend.

²⁹ A violent man enticeth his neighbour, And hath causeth him to go in a way not good.

³⁰ Consulting his eyes to devise froward things, Moving his lips he hath accomplished evil.

³¹ A crown of beauty are grey hairs, In the way of righteousness it is found.

³² Better is the slow to anger than the mighty, And the ruler over his spirit than he who is taking a city.

³³ Into the centre is the lot cast, And from Jehovah is all its judgment!