Proverbs 17:12

17:12 It is better for a person to meet a mother bear being robbed of her cubs,

than to encounter a fool in his folly.

Proverbs 17:2

17:2 A servant who acts wisely will rule

over an heir who behaves shamefully,

and will share the inheritance along with the relatives.

Proverbs 2:1

Benefits of Seeking Wisdom

2:1 My child, if you receive my words,

and store up my commands within you,

Hosea 13:8

13:8 I will attack them like a bear robbed of her cubs –

I will rip open their chests.

I will devour them there like a lion –

like a wild animal would tear them apart.