Proverbs 12:1-28 CSB

[1] Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but one who hates correction is stupid. [2] One who is good obtains favor from the LORD, but he condemns a person who schemes. [3] No one can be made secure by wickedness, but the root of the righteous is immovable. [4] A wife of noble character is her husband's crown, but a wife who causes shame is like rottenness in his bones. [5] The thoughts of the righteous are just, but guidance from the wicked is deceitful. [6] The words of the wicked are a deadly ambush, but the speech of the upright rescues them. [7] The wicked are overthrown and perish, but the house of the righteous will stand. [8] A man is praised for his insight, but a twisted mind is despised. [9] Better to be disregarded, yet have a servant, than to act important but have no food. [10] The righteous cares about his animal's health, but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel. [11] The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense. [12] The wicked desire what evil people have caught, but the root of the righteous is productive. [13] By rebellious speech an evil person is trapped, but a righteous person escapes from trouble. [14] A person will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, and the work of a person's hands will reward him. [15] A fool's way is right in his own eyes, but whoever listens to counsel is wise. [16] A fool's displeasure is known at once, but whoever ignores an insult is sensible. [17] Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit. [18] There is one who speaks rashly, like a piercing sword; but the tongue of the wise brings healing. [19] Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue, only a moment. [20] Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy. [21] No disaster overcomes the righteous, but the wicked are full of misery. [22] Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but faithful people are his delight. [23] A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity. [24] The diligent hand will rule, but laziness will lead to forced labor. [25] Anxiety in a person's heart weighs it down, but a good word cheers it up. [26] A righteous person is careful in dealing with his neighbor, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray. [27] A lazy hunter doesn't roast his game, but to a diligent person, his wealth is precious. [28] There is life in the path of righteousness, and in its path there is no death.