He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the Lord men depart from evil.
The ear that heareth the reproof of life abideth among the wise.
A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.
The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul: but it is abomination to fools to depart from evil.
A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
The righteousness of the perfect shall direct his way: but the wicked shall fall by his own wickedness.
Treasures of wickedness profit nothing: but righteousness delivereth from death.
I will be glad and rejoice in thee: I will sing praise to thy name, O thou most High.
Receive my (Wisdom) instruction, and not silver; and knowledge rather than choice gold.