Study Desk

The soul of the sinful has a desire for what is bad. His neighbor finds no favor in his eyes.

When what is right and fair is done, it is a joy for those who are right with God. But it fills the sinful with fear.

The sinful man is the price given for the man who is right with God, the man who is not faithful for the faithful man.

The desire of the lazy man kills him, for his hands will not work.

The gift given on an altar in worship by the sinful is a hated thing. How much more when he brings it for the wrong reason!

The horse is made ready for war, but winning the fight belongs to the Lord.

A wise man sees sin and hides himself, but the foolish go on, and are punished for it.

The reward for not having pride and having the fear of the Lord is riches, honor and life.

He who gives much will be honored, for he gives some of his food to the poor.

He who makes it hard for the poor by getting more for himself, or who gives to the rich, will become poor himself.

For it will be pleasing if you keep them in your heart, so they may be ready on your lips.

For the Lord will stand by them and help them, and take the life of those who rob them.

Do not be among those who make promises and put themselves up as trust for what others owe.

Do not desire his special foods, for they are put there for no good reason.

Do not work hard to be rich. Stop trying to get things for yourself.

When you set your eyes upon it, it is gone. For sure, riches make themselves wings like an eagle that flies toward the heavens.

Do not eat the bread of a man who thinks only about himself. Do not have a desire for his fine food.

For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. He says to you, "Eat and drink!" But his heart is not with you.

Do not speak in the hearing of a fool, for he will hate the wisdom of your words.

For the One Who saves them is strong. He will stand by them and give them help against you.