Study Desk

A hungry man might steal to fill his stomach. If he is caught, he must pay seven times more than he stole. It might cost him everything he owns, but other people understand. They don't lose all their respect for him.

But a man who commits adultery is a fool. He brings about his own destruction.

I grew up as a child by his side, laughing and playing all the time.

These are the proverbs of Solomon: A wise son makes his father happy; a foolish one makes his mother sad.

People curse a greedy man who refuses to sell his grain, but they bless a man who sells his grain to feed others.

A wise son listens to his father's advice, but a proud son will not listen to correction.

The Lord has a plan for everything. In his plan, the wicked will be destroyed.

When a king speaks, his words are law. So when he makes a decision, it is never a mistake.

A smart servant will gain control over his master's foolish son. He will be treated like a son and get a share of the inheritance.

A man who has a fool for a son will be disappointed. A fool brings no joy to his father.

The shouts of an angry king are like a roaring lion, but his kind words are like a gentle rain falling softly on the grass.

A foolish son brings a flood of troubles to his father, and a complaining wife is like the constant dripping of water.

A king who is loyal and true will keep his power. Loyalty will keep his kingdom strong.

We admire a young man for his strength, but we respect an old man for his gray hair.

Don't eat too much of his fine food. It might be a trick.

Take the evil advisors away from a king, and goodness will make his kingdom strong.

It is much better for the king to invite you to take a more important position than to embarrass you in front of his officials.

To his master who sent him, a messenger who can be trusted is as refreshing as a drink of cold water on a hot summer day.

A fool trying to say something wise is like a drunk trying to pick a thorn out of his hand.

Like a door on its hinges, a lazy man turns back and forth on his bed.