Dual Panel1He who loves correction loves knowledge; he who hates reproof is stupid.
2The good man wins the LORD's favour, the schemer his condemnation.
3No one can be established by wickedness, but the roots of the righteous will not be disturbed.
4A capable wife is her husband's crown; one who disgraces him is like a canker in his bones.
5The purposes of the righteous are just; the schemes of the wicked are full of deceit.
6The wicked by their words lay a murderous ambush, but the words of the upright save them.
7Once the wicked are down, that is the end of them, but the line of the righteous continues.
8Intelligence is commended, but a warped mind is despised.
9It is better to be modest and earn one's living than to play the grandee on an empty stomach.
10A right-minded person cares for his beast, but one who is wicked is cruel at heart.
11Someone who cultivates his land has plenty to eat, but one who follows idle pursuits lacks sense.
12The stronghold of the wicked crumbles like clay, but the righteous take lasting root.
13The wicked are ensnared by their own offensive speech, but the righteous come safely through trouble.
14People win success by their words; they get the reward their work merits.
15A fool's conduct is right in his own eyes; to listen to advice shows wisdom.
16A fool betrays his annoyance at once; a clever person who is slighted conceals his feelings.
17An honest witness comes out with the truth, but the false one with deceit.
18Gossip is sharp as a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
19Truthful speech stands firm for ever, but lies live only for a moment.
20Those who plot evil delude themselves, but there is joy for those who seek the common good.
21No mischief will befall the righteous, but the wicked get their fill of adversity.
22The LORD detests a liar but delights in honesty.
23A clever person conceals his knowledge, but a stupid one blurts out folly.
24Diligence brings people to power, but laziness to forced labour.
25An anxious heart is dispiriting; a kind word brings cheerfulness.
26The righteous are freed from evil, but the wicked take a path that leads astray.
27The lazy hunter puts up no game; those who are diligent reap a rich harvest.
28The way of righteousness leads to life, but there is a well-worn path to death.