The fear of the Lord tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Every wise woman buildeth her house: but the foolish plucketh it down with her hands.

A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.

A man shall be commended according to his wisdom: but he that is of a perverse heart shall be despised.

When pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly is wisdom.

The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.