A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.

Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.

Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right.

He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good.

Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, and before honour is humility.

Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.

In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.

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