Book - Proverbs - Chapter = 14 --> NLT
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A wise woman builds her house; a foolish woman tears hers down with her own hands.
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Those who follow the right path fear the LORD; those who take the wrong path despise him.
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The talk of fools is a rod for their backs, but the words of the wise keep them out of trouble.
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An empty stable stays clean, but no income comes from an empty stable.
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A truthful witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies.
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A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.
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Stay away from fools, for you won't find knowledge there.
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The wise look ahead to see what is coming, but fools deceive themselves.
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Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation.
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Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can fully share its joy.
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The house of the wicked will perish, but the tent of the godly will flourish.
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There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.
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Laughter can conceal a heavy heart; when the laughter ends, the grief remains.
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Backsliders get what they deserve; good people receive their reward.
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Only simpletons believe everything they are told! The prudent carefully consider their steps.
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The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with great confidence.
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Those who are short-tempered do foolish things, and schemers are hated.
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The simpleton is clothed with folly, but the wise person is crowned with knowledge.
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Evil people will bow before good people; the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly.
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The poor are despised even by their neighbors, while the rich have many "friends."
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It is sin to despise one's neighbors; blessed are those who help the poor.
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If you plot evil, you will be lost; but if you plan good, you will be granted unfailing love and faithfulness.
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Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty!
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Wealth is a crown for the wise; the effort of fools yields only folly.
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A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is a traitor.
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Those who fear the LORD are secure; he will be a place of refuge for their children.
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Fear of the LORD is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.
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A growing population is a king's glory; a dwindling nation is his doom.
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Those who control their anger have great understanding; those with a hasty temper will make mistakes.
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A relaxed attitude lengthens life; jealousy rots it away.
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Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker, but those who help the poor honor him.
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The wicked are crushed by their sins, but the godly have a refuge when they die.
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Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools.
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Godliness exalts a nation, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
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A king rejoices in servants who know what they are doing; he is angry with those who cause trouble.