[12] Mockers resent correction, so they avoid the wise. [13] A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit. [14] The discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly. [15] All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast. [16] Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great wealth with turmoil. [17] Better a small serving of vegetables with love than a fattened calf with hatred. [18] A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel. [19] The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, 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] Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course. [22] Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.
