“When it goes well for the righteous, the city rejoices, And when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.11By the blessing [of the influence] of...
“Riches will not provide security in the day of wrath and judgment, But righteousness rescues from death. Proverbs 11:4 AMP As we take time to think about the...
“When pride comes [boiling up with an arrogant attitude of self-importance], then come dishonor and shame, But with the humble [the teachable who have been chiseled by trial...
“The [reverent] fear of the LORD [worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect] prolongs one’s life, But the years of the wicked will be...
“When there are many words, transgression and offense are unavoidable, But he who controls his lips and keeps thoughtful silence is wise. 20The tongue of the righteous is like precious silver...
“The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life and his words of wisdom are a source of blessing, But the mouth of the wicked conceals violence and evil. 12Hatred...
“Wisdom has built her [spacious and sufficient] house; She has hewn out and set up her seven pillars.2She has prepared her food, she has mixed her wine; She has...