Proverbs 14:9-20. Wisdom insights on: fool, upright, house of wicked, tent of the upright, simple man, prudent man gives thought to his steps vs 15, NIV, wise men, fool-hotheaded and reckless vs 16, quick-tempered man, crafty man, good man, simple vs prudent, the poor are shunned even by neighbours, but the rich have many friends vs 20, NIV.
Proverbs 14:9-20
[9]Foolish people don’t care if they sin, but good people want to be forgiven.
[10]Your joy is your own; your bitterness is your own. No one can share them with you.
[11]A good person’s house will still be standing after an evildoer’s house has been destroyed.
[12]What you think is the right road may lead to death.
[13]Laughter may hide sadness. When happiness is gone, sorrow is always there.
[14]Bad people will get what they deserve. Good people will be rewarded for their deeds.
[15]A fool will believe anything; sensible people watch their step.
[16]Wise people are careful to stay out of trouble, but stupid people are careless and act too quickly.
[17]People with a hot temper do foolish things; wiser people remain calm.
[18]Ignorant people get what their foolishness deserves, but the clever are rewarded with knowledge.
[19]Evil people will have to bow down to the righteous and humbly beg their favour.
[20]No one likes the poor, not even their neighbours, but the rich have many friends.