Proverbs 15:1-33 CSB

[1] A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath. [2] The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness. [3] The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, observing the wicked and the good. [4] The tongue that heals is a tree of life, but a devious tongue breaks the spirit. [5] A fool despises his father's discipline, but a person who accepts correction is sensible. [6] The house of the righteous has great wealth, but trouble accompanies the income of the wicked. [7] The lips of the wise broadcast knowledge, but not so the heart of fools. [8] The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is his delight. [9] The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but he loves the one who pursues righteousness. [10] Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die. [11] Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD- how much more, human hearts. [12] A mocker doesn't love one who corrects him; he will not consult the wise. [13] A joyful heart makes a face cheerful, but a sad heart produces a broken spirit. [14] A discerning mind seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness. [15] All the days of the oppressed are miserable, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast. [16] Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure with turmoil. [17] Better a meal of vegetables where there is love than a fattened ox with hatred. [18] A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but one slow to anger calms strife. [19] A slacker's way is like a thorny hedge, but the path of the upright is a highway. [20] A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother. [21] Foolishness brings joy to one without sense, but a person with understanding walks a straight path. [22] Plans fail when there is no counsel, but with many advisers they succeed. [23] A person takes joy in giving an answer; and a timely word-how good that is! [24] For the prudent the path of life leads upward, so that he may avoid going down to Sheol. [25] The LORD tears apart the house of the proud, but he protects the widow's territory. [26] The LORD detests the plans of the one who is evil, but pleasant words are pure. [27] The one who profits dishonestly troubles his household, but the one who hates bribes will live. [28] The mind of the righteous person thinks before answering, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil things. [29] The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous. [30] Bright eyes cheer the heart; good news strengthens the bones. [31] One who listens to life-giving rebukes will be at home among the wise. [32] Anyone who ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever listens to correction acquires good sense. [33] The fear of the LORD is what wisdom teaches, and humility comes before honor.