I passed by the field of a sluggard, by the vineyard of one who lacks wisdom.

The wicked person earns deceitful wages, but the one who sows righteousness reaps a genuine reward.

One who has isolated himself seeks his own desires; he rejects all sound judgment.

The greedy person stirs up dissension, but the one who trusts in the Lord will prosper.

The one who stiffens his neck after numerous rebukes will suddenly be destroyed without remedy.

A king brings stability to a land by justice, but one who exacts tribute tears it down.

A generous person will be enriched, and the one who provides water for others will himself be satisfied.

Like one who grabs a wild dog by the ears, so is the person passing by who becomes furious over a quarrel not his own.

For the one who finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.

The one who is wise in heart is called discerning, and kind speech increases persuasiveness.

One who acts wickedly pays attention to evil counsel; a liar listens to a malicious tongue.

A false witness will not go unpunished, and the one who spouts out lies will perish.

The one who pursues righteousness and love finds life, bounty, and honor.

The one who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps his life from troubles.

The one who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his steps.

A person is praised in accordance with his wisdom, but the one who has a twisted mind is despised.

The one who turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.

The one who covers his transgressions will not prosper, but whoever confesses them and forsakes them will find mercy.

Blessed is the one who is always cautious, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into evil.

The wise person accepts instructions, but the one who speaks foolishness will come to ruin.