Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men. – The Bible Proverbs 22:29
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son brings grief to his mother. – The Bible Proverbs 10:1
A sluggard says, “There’s a lion in the road, a fierce lion roaming the streets!” – The Bible Proverbs 26:13
A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it! – The Bible Proverbs 15:23
Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. – The Bible Proverbs 13:12
A righteous man regards the life of his animal, But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel. – The Bible Proverbs 12:10
Good judgment wins favor, but the way of the unfaithful leads to their destruction. – The Bible Proverbs 13:15
Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe. – The Bible Proverbs 11:15
The path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day. – The Bible Proverbs 4:18
Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom; and with all thy getting get understanding. – The Bible Proverbs 4:7
A sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven people who answer discreetly. – The Bible Proverbs 26:16
Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep. – The Bible Proverbs 6:10
A faithful man shall abound with blessings: but he that maketh haste to be rich shall not be innocent. – The Bible Proverbs 28:20
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. – The Bible Proverbs 17:28
He who spares his rod hates his son, But he who loves him disciplines him promptly. – The Bible Proverbs 13:24