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A gentle answer quietens anger but a harsh one stirs it up.

When wise people speak, they make knowledge attractive, but stupid people spout nonsense.

The Lord sees what happens everywhere; he is watching us, whether we go do good or evil.

Kind words bring life, but cruel words crush your spirit.

It is foolish to ignore what your father taught you; it is wiser to accept his correction.

Righeous men keep their wealth, but wicked men lose their when hard times come.

Knowledge is spread by people who are wise, not by fools.

The Lord is pleased when good men pray, but hates the sacrifices that wicked men bring him.

The Lord hates the ways of evil people, but loves those who do what is right.

If you do what is wrong , you will be severely punished; you will die if you do not let yourself be corrected.

Not even the world of the dead can keep the Lord from knowing what is there; how can a man hide his thoughts from God?

Conceited people do not like to be corrected; they never ask for advice from those who are wiser.
When people are happy, they smile, but when they are sad they look depressed.

Intelligent people want to learn, but stupid people are satisfied with ignorance.

The life of the poor is a constant struggle, but happy people always enjoy life.

Better to be poor and fear the lord than to be rich and in trouble.

Better to eat vegetables with people you love than to eat the finest meat where there is hate.

Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace.

If you are lazy, you will meet difficulty everywhere, but if you are honest, you will have no trouble.

A wise son makes his father happy. Only a fool despises his mother.

Stupid people are happy with their foolishness, but wise will do what is right.

Get all advice you can and you will succeed; without it you will fail.

What a joy it is to find just the right words for the right occassion.

Wise people walk the road that leads upwards to life, not the road that leads downwards to death.

The Lord will destroy the homes of arrogant men, he will protect a widow's property.

The Lord hates evil thoughts, but he is pleased with friendly words.

If you try to make a profit dishonestly, you will get your family into trouble. Don't take bribes and you will live longer.

Good people think before they answer. Evil people has a quick reply, but it causes trouble.

When good people pray, the Lord listens, but he ignores those who are evil.

Smiling faces make you happy, and good news makes you feel better.

If you pay attention when you are corrected, you are wise.

If you refuse to learn, you are hurting yourself. If you accept correction, you will be wiser.

Reverance for the Lord is an education in itself. You must be humble before ever receive honours.