Proverbs 18:12-16

¹²The heart of man is enhanced, before that it be broken; and it is made meek, before that it be glorified.

¹³He that answereth before that he heareth, showeth himself to be a fool; and worthy of shame.

¹⁴The spirit of a man sustaineth his feebleness; but who may sustain a spirit light to be wroth?

¹⁵The heart of a prudent man shall hold steadfastly knowing; and the ear of wise men seeketh teaching.

¹⁶The gift of a man alargeth his way; and maketh space to him before princes.