Book - Proverbs - Chapter = 16 --> NLT
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We can gather our thoughts, but the LORD gives the right answer.
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People may be pure in their own eyes, but the LORD examines their motives.
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Commit your work to the LORD, and then your plans will succeed.
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The LORD has made everything for his own purposes, even the wicked for punishment.
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The LORD despises pride; be assured that the proud will be punished.
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Unfailing love and faithfulness cover sin; evil is avoided by fear of the LORD.
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When the ways of people please the LORD, he makes even their enemies live at peace with them.
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It is better to be poor and godly than rich and dishonest.
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We can make our plans, but the LORD determines our steps.
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The king speaks with divine wisdom; he must never judge unfairly.
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The LORD demands fairness in every business deal; he sets the standard.
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A king despises wrongdoing, for his rule depends on his justice.
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The king is pleased with righteous lips; he loves those who speak honestly.
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The anger of the king is a deadly threat; the wise do what they can to appease it.
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When the king smiles, there is life; his favor refreshes like a gentle rain.
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How much better to get wisdom than gold, and understanding than silver!
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The path of the upright leads away from evil; whoever follows that path is safe.
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Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.
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It is better to live humbly with the poor than to share plunder with the proud.
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Those who listen to instruction will prosper; those who trust the LORD will be happy.
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The wise are known for their understanding, and instruction is appreciated if it's well presented.
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Discretion is a life-giving fountain to those who possess it, but discipline is wasted on fools.
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From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.
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Kind words are like honey--sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
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There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.
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It is good for workers to have an appetite; an empty stomach drives them on.
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Scoundrels hunt for scandal; their words are a destructive blaze.
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A troublemaker plants seeds of strife; gossip separates the best of friends.
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Violent people deceive their companions, leading them down a harmful path.
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With narrowed eyes, they plot evil; without a word, they plan their mischief.
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Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained by living a godly life.
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It is better to be patient than powerful; it is better to have self-control than to conquer a city.
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We may throw the dice, but the LORD determines how they fall.