1 Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, But he who hates reproof is stupid. WEB — Proverbs 12:1
2 A good man shall obtain favor from Yahweh, But he will condemn a man of wicked devices. WEB — Proverbs 12:2
3 A man shall not be established by wickedness, But the root of the righteous shall not be moved. WEB — Proverbs 12:3
4 A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, But a disgraceful wife is as rottenness in his bones. WEB — Proverbs 12:4
5 The thoughts of the righteous are just. The advice of the wicked is deceitful. WEB — Proverbs 12:5
6 The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, But the speech of the upright rescues them. WEB — Proverbs 12:6
7 The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, But the house of the righteous shall stand. WEB — Proverbs 12:7
8 A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, But he who has a warped mind shall be despised. WEB — Proverbs 12:8
9 Better is he who is lightly esteemed, and has a servant, Than he who honors himself, and lacks bread. WEB — Proverbs 12:9
10 A righteous man regards the life of his animal, But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel. WEB — Proverbs 12:10
11 He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, But he who chases fantasies is void of understanding. WEB — Proverbs 12:11
12 The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, But the root of the righteous flourishes. WEB — Proverbs 12:12
13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, But the righteous shall come out of trouble. WEB — Proverbs 12:13
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The doings of a man's hands shall be rewarded to him. WEB — Proverbs 12:14
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who is wise listens to counsel. WEB — Proverbs 12:15
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, But one who overlooks an insult is prudent. WEB — Proverbs 12:16
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, But a false witness lies. WEB — Proverbs 12:17
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, But the tongue of the wise heals. WEB — Proverbs 12:18
19 Truth's lips will be established forever, But a lying tongue is only momentary. WEB — Proverbs 12:19
20 Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, But joy comes to the promoters of peace. WEB — Proverbs 12:20
21 No mischief shall happen to the righteous, But the wicked shall be filled with evil. WEB — Proverbs 12:21
22 Lying lips are an abomination to Yahweh, But those who do the truth are his delight. WEB — Proverbs 12:22
23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge, But the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness. WEB — Proverbs 12:23
24 The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, But laziness ends in slave labor. WEB — Proverbs 12:24
25 Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, But a kind word makes it glad. WEB — Proverbs 12:25
26 The righteous is cautious in friendship, But the way of the wicked leads them astray. WEB — Proverbs 12:26
27 The slothful man doesn't roast his game, But the possessions of diligent men are prized. WEB — Proverbs 12:27
28 In the way of righteousness is life; In its path there is no death. WEB — Proverbs 12:28