Proverbs 10
The Proverbs of Solomon
1The proverbs of Solomon:A wise child
2Tainted wealth has no lasting value,
3The LORD will not let the godly go hungry,
4Lazy people are soon poor;
5A wise youth harvests in the summer,
6The godly are showered with blessings;
7We have happy memories of the godly,
8The wise are glad to be instructed,
9People with integrity walk safely,
10People who wink at wrong cause trouble,
11The words of the godly are a life-giving fountain;
12Hatred stirs up quarrels,
13Wise words come from the lips of people with understanding,
14Wise people treasure knowledge,
15The wealth of the rich is their fortress;
16The earnings of the godly enhance their lives,
17People who accept discipline are on the pathway to life,
18Hiding hatred makes you a liar;
19Too much talk leads to sin.
20The words of the godly are like sterling silver;
21The words of the godly encourage many,
22The blessing of the LORD makes a person rich,
23Doing wrong is fun for a fool,
24The fears of the wicked will be fulfilled;
25When the storms of life come, the wicked are whirled away,
26Lazy people irritate their employers,
27Fear of the LORD lengthens one’s life,
28The hopes of the godly result in happiness,
29The way of the LORD is a stronghold to those with integrity,
30The godly will never be disturbed,
31The mouth of the godly person gives wise advice,
32The lips of the godly speak helpful words,