The scorner seeks wisdom but finds none, but understanding is easy for a discerning person.

A violent person entices his neighbor, and leads him down a path that is terrible.

A bribe works like a charm for the one who offers it; in whatever he does he succeeds.

Of what use is money in the hand of a fool, since he has no intention of acquiring wisdom?

A cheerful heart brings good healing, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

The one who is slack in his work is a brother to one who destroys.

Counsel in a person’s heart is like deep water, but an understanding person draws it out.

The wicked person’s sacrifice is an abomination; how much more when he brings it with evil intent!

For it is pleasing if you keep these sayings within you, and they are ready on your lips.

A fool lets fly with all his temper, but a wise person keeps it back.

Discipline your child, and he will give you rest; he will bring you happiness.

She extends her hand to the poor, and reaches out her hand to the needy.