Proverbs 12

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