Study Desk

He who conceals his sins will not prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them will find mercy.

Blessed is the man who is always reverent, but he who hardens his heart falls into trouble.

A leader who lacks judgment is also a great oppressor, but he who hates dishonest profit will prolong his days.

He who walks with integrity will be delivered, but whoever is perverse in his ways will suddenly fall.

The one who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.

He who rebukes a man will later find more favor than one who flatters with his tongue.

He who robs his father or mother, saying, "It is not wrong," is a companion to the man who destroys.

Whoever gives to the poor will not be in need, but he who hides his eyes will receive many curses.

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.

An evil man is caught by his own sin, but a righteous one sings and rejoices.

Men of bloodshed hate a blameless man, but the upright care for his life.

A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.

If a ruler listens to lies, all his officials will be wicked.

A king who judges the poor with fairness-his throne will be established forever.

A rod of correction imparts wisdom, but a child left to himself disgraces his mother.

A servant pampered from his youth will bring grief in the end.

A partner to a thief hates his own soul; he receives the oath, but will not testify.

Who has ascended to heaven and come down? Who has gathered the wind in His hands? Who has bound up the waters in His cloak? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is the name of His Son-surely you know!

Do not add to His words, lest He rebuke you and prove you a liar.