1Whoever loves correction loves knowledge, but he who hates reproof is stupid.ΒΆ 2A good man shall obtain favor from JEHOVAH, 3A man shall not be established by wickedness, 4A worthy woman is the crown of her husband, 5The thoughts of the righteous are just, 6The words of the wicked are about lying in wait for blood, 7The wicked are overthrown, and are no more, 8A man shall be commended according to his wisdom, 9Better is he who is lightly esteemed, and has a servant, 10A righteous man regards the life of his animal, 11He who tills his land shall have plenty of bread, 12The wicked desires the plunder of evil men, 13An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, 14A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. 15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, 16A fool shows his annoyance the same day, 17He who is truthful testifies honestly, 18There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, 19Truth's lips will be established forever, 20Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, 21No mischief shall happen to the righteous, 22Lying lips are an abomination to JEHOVAH, 23A prudent man keeps his knowledge, 24The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, 25Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, 26A righteous person is cautious in friendship, 27The slothful man doesn't roast his game, 28In the way of righteousness is life;