Proverbs [Sayings] 19:22-28

²²That which makes a man to be desired is his cheshed ·loving-kindness·. A poor man is better than a liar.

²³The fear of Adonai leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.

²⁴The sluggard buries his hand in the dish; he will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

²⁵Flog a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence; rebuke one who has understanding, and he will gain knowledge.

²⁶He who robs his father and drives away his mother, is a son who causes shame and brings reproach.

²⁷If you stop sh'ma ·hearing obeying· instruction, my son, you will stray from the words of knowledge.

²⁸A corrupt witness mocks mishpat ·justice·, and the mouth of the wicked gulps down iniquity.