Proverbs 14:1-35 ICB

[1] A wise woman strengthens her family. But a foolish woman destroys hers by what she does. [2] People who live good lives show respect for the Lord. But those who live evil lives show no respect for him. [3] A foolish person will be punished for his proud words. But a wise person's words will protect him. [4] When there are no oxen, there is no food in the barn. But with the strength of an ox, much grain can be grown. [5] A truthful witness does not lie. But a false witness tells nothing but lies. [6] Those who make fun of wisdom look for it but do not find it. But the person with understanding easily finds knowledge. [7] Stay away from a foolish person. You won't learn anything from him. [8] What makes a person wise is understanding what to do. But what makes a person foolish is dishonesty. [9] Foolish people don't care if they sin. But honest people work at being right with others. [10] No one else can know your sadness. Strangers cannot share your joy. [11] The wicked person's house will be destroyed. But a good person's tent will still be standing. [12] Some people think they are doing what's right. But what they are doing will really kill them. [13] When someone is laughing, he may be sad inside. And when the laughter is over, there is sorrow. [14] Evil people will be paid back for their evil ways. And good people will be rewarded for their good ones. [15] A foolish person will believe anything. But a wise person thinks about what he does. [16] A wise person is careful and stays out of trouble. But a foolish person is quick to act and careless. [17] A person who quickly loses his temper does foolish things. But a person with understanding remains calm. [18] Foolish people get nothing for their work but more foolishness. But wise people are rewarded with knowledge. [19] Evil people will have to bow down to good people. The wicked will bow down at the door of those who do right. [20] The poor are rejected, even by their neighbors. But rich people have many friends. [21] It is a sin to hate your neighbor. But being kind to the needy brings happiness. [22] Those who make evil plans will be ruined. But people love and trust those who plan to do good. [23] Those who work hard make a profit. But those who only talk will be poor. [24] Wise people are rewarded with wealth. But foolish people will only be rewarded with more foolishness. [25] A truthful witness saves lives. But a false witness is a traitor. [26] A person who respects the Lord will have security. And his children will be protected. [27] Respect for the Lord gives life. It is like a fountain of water that can save people from death. [28] A king is honored when he has many people to rule. But a prince is ruined if he has none. [29] A person who does not quickly get angry shows that he has understanding. But a person who quickly loses his temper shows his foolishness. [30] Peace of mind means a healthy body. But jealousy will rot your bones. [31] Whoever is cruel to the poor insults their Maker. But anyone who is kind to the needy honors God. [32] The wicked are ruined by their own evil. But those who do what is right are protected by their honesty. [33] The person who has understanding has wisdom. And even fools recognize it. [34] Doing what is right makes a nation great. But sin will bring disgrace to any people. [35] A king is pleased with a wise servant. But he will become angry with one who causes him shame.