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A man who loves [skillful and godly] wisdom makes his father joyful, But he who associates with prostitutes wastes his wealth.

A man who flatters his neighbor [with smooth words intending to do harm] Is spreading a net for his own feet.

By his wicked plan an evil man is trapped, But the righteous man sings and rejoices [for his plan brings good things to him].

The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity], But the upright are concerned for his life.

A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.

If a ruler pays attention to lies [and encourages corruption], All his officials will become wicked.

If a king faithfully and truthfully judges the poor, His throne shall be established forever.

The rod and reproof (godly instruction) give wisdom, But a child who gets his own way brings shame to his mother.

Where there is no vision [no revelation of God and His word], the people are unrestrained; But happy and blessed is he who keeps the law [of God].

Do you see a [conceited] man who speaks quickly [offering his opinions or answering without thinking]? There is more hope for a [thickheaded] fool than for him.

He who pampers his slave from childhood Will find him to be a son in the end.

Whoever is partner with a thief hates his own life; He hears the curse [when swearing an oath to testify], but discloses nothing [and commits perjury by omission].

The fear of man brings a snare, But whoever trusts in and puts his confidence in the LORD will be exalted and safe.

Who has ascended into heaven and descended? Who has gathered the wind in His fists? Who has bound the waters in His garment? Who has established all the ends of the earth? What is His name, and what is His Son's name? Certainly you know!

Do not add to His words, Or He will reprove you, and you will be found a liar.

Do not slander or malign a servant before his master [stay out of another's personal life], Or he will curse you [for your interference], and you will be found guilty.

The strutting rooster, the male goat also, And the king when his army is with him.

The words of King Lemuel, the oracle, which his mother taught him:

Let him drink and forget his poverty And no longer remember his trouble.

What advantage does man have from all his work Which he does under the sun (while earthbound)?