He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.

When a man’s ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

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

A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.

Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner.

Whoso loveth instruction loveth knowledge: but he that hateth reproof is brutish.

By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.

The wise in heart will receive commandments: but a prating fool shall fall.

Reprove not a scorner, lest he hate thee: rebuke a wise man, and he will love thee.

I wisdom dwell with prudence, and find out knowledge of witty inventions.