Proverbs 18:11-18

¹¹The wealth of a rich man is a strong city; And its glory casts a broad shadow.

¹²Before ruin a man’s heart is exalted, And before honor it is humble.

¹³Whoso answers a word before he hears a cause, It is folly and reproach to him.

¹⁴A wise servant calms a man’s anger; But who can endure a faint-hearted man?

¹⁵The heart of the sensible man purchases discretion; And the ears of the wise seek understanding.

¹⁶A man’s gift enlarges him, And seats him among princes.

¹⁷A righteous man accuses himself at the beginning of his speech, But when he has entered upon the attack, the adversary is reproved.

¹⁸A silent man quells strifes, And determines between great powers.