Proverbs 10:1-32 ICB

[1] These are the wise words of Solomon: A wise son makes his father happy. But a foolish son makes his mother sad. [2] Riches gotten by doing wrong have no value. But right living will save you from death. [3] The Lord does not let people who live right go hungry. But he does not let evil people get what they hunger for. [4] A lazy person will end up poor. But a hard worker will become rich. [5] A son who gathers crops when they are ready is wise. But the son who sleeps through the harvest is a disgrace. [6] People who do what is right will have rich blessings. But the wicked will be overwhelmed by violence. [7] Good people will be remembered as a blessing. But evil people will soon be forgotten. [8] A wise person does what he is told. But a talkative fool will be ruined. [9] The honest person will live safely. But the one who is dishonest will be caught. [10] A wink may get you into trouble. And foolish talk will lead to your ruin. [11] Like a fountain of water, the words of a good person give life. But the words of the wicked contain nothing but violence. [12] Hatred stirs up trouble. But love forgives all wrongs. [13] You can expect wise people to speak with understanding. But people without wisdom can expect to be punished. [14] Wise people don't tell everything they know. But a foolish person talks too much and is ruined. [15] Having lots of money protects the rich. But having no money destroys the poor. [16] Good people are rewarded with life. But evil people are paid back with punishment. [17] The person who accepts correction is on the way to life. But the person who ignores correction will be ruined. [18] Whoever hides his hate is a liar. Whoever tells lies is a fool. [19] If you talk a lot, you are sure to sin. If you are wise, you will keep quiet. [20] The words of a good person are like pure silver. But an evil person's thoughts are worth little. [21] A good person's words will help many others. But a foolish person dies because he doesn't have wisdom. [22] The Lord's blessing brings wealth. And with it comes no sorrow. [23] A foolish person enjoys doing wrong. But a person with understanding enjoys doing what is wise. [24] An evil person will get what he fears most. But a good person will receive what he wants most. [25] A storm will blow the evil person away. But a good person will always be safe. [26] A lazy person brings trouble to the one he works for. He bothers others like vinegar on the teeth or smoke in the eyes. [27] Whoever respects the Lord will have a long life. But an evil person will have his life cut short. [28] A good person can look forward to happiness. But an evil person can expect nothing. [29] The Lord will protect good people. But he will ruin those who do evil. [30] Good people will always be safe. But evil people will not remain in the land. [31] A good person says wise things. But a liar's tongue will be stopped. [32] Good people say the right thing. But the wicked tell lies.