# ch. 30  cThe light of the eyes rejoices the heart, 31  eThe ear that listens to flife-giving reproof. 21  Whoever gdespises his neighbor is a sinner. Verse. but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 25  nA foolish son is a grief to his father. 11  bA just balance and scales are the Lord’s; 12  It is an abomination to kings to do evil. 3  gThe eyes of the Lord are in every place. 14  The teaching of the wise is ma fountain of life. but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox. Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and take your Bible knowledge to a new level this year! and sweetness of speech rincreases persuasiveness. Pro 15:17 - Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. that one may nturn away from the snares of death. Here Are Our Favorite The English Standard Version is published with the permission of Good News Publishers. 26  tThe thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord. but the way of the treacherous is their ruin.7. 29  A man of violence dentices his neighbor. than to odivide the spoil with the proud. 17 c Better is a dinner of herbs where love is. 19  Whoever loves transgression loves strife; he who lmakes his door high seeks destruction. [d]3 (BM)Commit your work to the Lord,    and your plans will be established.4 (BN)The Lord has made everything for its purpose,    even (BO)the wicked for the day of trouble.5 Everyone who is arrogant in heart is (BP)an abomination to the Lord;    (BQ)be assured, he will not go unpunished.6 By (BR)steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for,    and by (BS)the fear of the Lord one (BT)turns away from evil.7 When a man's ways please the Lord,    (BU)he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.8 (BV)Better is a little with righteousness    than great revenues with injustice.9 (BW)The heart of man plans his way,    but (BX)the Lord establishes his steps.10 (BY)An oracle is on the lips of a king;    his mouth does not sin in judgment.11 (BZ)A just balance and scales are the Lord's;    all the weights in the bag are his work.12 It is an abomination to kings to do evil,    for (CA)the throne is established by righteousness.13 (CB)Righteous lips are the delight of a king,    and he loves him who speaks what is right.14 (CC)A king's wrath is a messenger of death,    and a wise man will (CD)appease it.15 (CE)In the light of a king's face there is life,    and his (CF)favor is like (CG)the clouds that bring the spring rain.16 (CH)How much better to get wisdom than (CI)gold! 13  dRighteous lips are the delight of a king. 17 m Better is a dry morsel with quiet. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. than d a fattened ox and hatred with it. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith. Read verse in English Standard Version but trouble befalls the income of the wicked. Proverbs 15:17-32 ESV. 16  aOne who is wise is cautious4 and bturns away from evil. are both alike an abomination to the Lord. 11  sThe house of the wicked will be destroyed. 5  Everyone who is arrogant in heart is ran abomination to the Lord; 6  By tsteadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for. 21, 25; ch. 35:12; 109:4, 5; [ch. 19  nIt is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor. (English Standard Version - … hbut a desire fulfilled is ia tree of life. 2  mAll the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes. Proverbs 15:17 ESV. - Better is a dinner (portion) of herbs where love is. 2 A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who acts shamefully and will share the inheritance as one of the brothers. 28  In ra multitude of people is the glory of a king. To get understanding is to be chosen rather than. but lthe answer of the tongue is from the Lord. Proverbs 15:17 ESV / 325 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. Paragraph. but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth. and his dfavor is like hthe clouds that bring the spring rain. View Study Resources . A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention. but athe cheerful of heart has a continual feast. The repetition of entire proverbs (compare 6:10-11 with 24:33-34; 14:12 with 16:25; 18:8 with 26:22; 20:16 with 27:13; 21:19 with 25:24) or parts of proverbs may serve a poetic purpose. 94:21; [ver. 22  zA good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children. and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding. Proverbs 15 :: English Standard Version (ESV) Strong's. 6 My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, have given your pledge … Proverbs 15:17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. Practical Warnings. 1 4  wThe soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing. Bible … 2  The tongue of the wise commends knowledge. 31  Whoever oppresses a poor man winsults his xMaker. 30:11-14. but its every decision is lfrom the Lord. and the glory of children is their fathers. 3  tWhoever guards his mouth preserves his life; uhe who opens wide his lips vcomes to ruin. Cancel any time. 32  Whoever gignores instruction hdespises himself. 15:17 Better is a dry morsel with quietthan a house full of feasting#:1 Hebrew sacrifices with strife. 14  The beginning of strife is like letting out water, 15  He who hjustifies the wicked and he who icondemns the righteous. 30  A tranquil6 heart gives tlife to the flesh. 16:7, 1 Chr. 32  zThe wicked is overthrown through his evildoing. 14  The backslider in heart will be xfilled with the fruit of his ways. Whoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him. Proverbs 15:17 Proverbs 15 Proverbs 15:19. but the prudent gives thought to his steps. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouths of fools pour out folly. 17  A wicked messenger falls into trouble. 12:13-16a harsh word stirs up anger. but folly with her own hands gtears it down. Red Letter. Proverbs 15:17 ESV - Better is a dinner of… | Biblia 10 bI am not worthy of the least of all the deeds of steadfast love and all the faithfulness that you have shown to your servant, for with only my staff I … and the glory of children is their fathers. 27  Whoever wrestrains his words has knowledge. Should your springs be scattered abroad, streams of water in the streets? but his wrath falls on one who acts shamefully. 20:22; Matt. Unauthorized reproduction of this publication is prohibited. that one may qturn away from the snares of death. 21  lFolly is a joy to him who lacks sense. Oh how I love your law! 35  A servant who deals wisely has cthe king’s favor. 16  qEvery prudent man acts with knowledge. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. 24  uGracious words are like va honeycomb. 6  uGrandchildren are vthe crown of the aged. 14  zThe heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge. Verse 17. but pknowledge is easy for a man of understanding. 32  jWhoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty. but he who reveres the commandment6 will be lrewarded. 6:30; Ps. 15 (A)A soft answer turns away wrath, but (B)a harsh word stirs up anger. 5  Whoever mocks the poor rinsults his Maker; he who is sglad at calamity will not go tunpunished. whe makes even his enemies to be at peace with him. nor to strike the noble for their uprightness. kbut the lips of the wise will preserve them. 9  The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord. 2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but (C)the mouths of fools pour out folly. It is better to eat a little in a place where there is love, than to eat a lot where there is hate. but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. but he bhears the prayer of the righteous. and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding. The eyes of the LORD are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. The tongue of the wise commends knowledge,but #[ver. whoever guards his way preserves his life. Proverbs 15:17. but jperverseness in it breaks the spirit. but athe sinner’s wealth is laid up for the righteous. and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor. Proverbs 17:15-17 ESV - He who justifies the wicked and he who - Bible Gateway He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the LORD. 10  fBy insolence comes nothing but strife. the wicked at the gates of the righteous. Where love presides, the simplest food is cheerfully received, and contentment and happiness abound (Proverbs 17:1).Lesetre quotes Horace's invitation to his friend Torquatus ('Epist.,' 1:5. 2  From the fruit of his mouth a man reats what is good. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. 15 (A)A soft answer turns away wrath,    but (B)a harsh word stirs up anger.2 The tongue of the wise commends knowledge,    but (C)the mouths of fools pour out folly.3 (D)The eyes of the Lord are in every place,    keeping watch on the evil and the good.4 (E)A gentle[a] tongue is (F)a tree of life,    but (G)perverseness in it breaks the spirit.5 (H)A fool (I)despises his father's instruction,    but (J)whoever heeds reproof is prudent.6 In the house of the righteous there is much treasure,    but trouble befalls the income of the wicked.7 (K)The lips of the wise spread knowledge;    (L)not so the hearts of fools. [b]8 (M)The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,    but (N)the prayer of the upright is acceptable to him.9 The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord,    but he loves him (O)who pursues righteousness.10 There is (P)severe discipline for him who forsakes the way;    (Q)whoever hates reproof will die.11 Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord;    how much more (R)the hearts of the children of man!12 (S)A scoffer (T)does not like to be reproved;    he will not go to the wise.13 (U)A glad heart makes a cheerful face,    but by (V)sorrow of heart the spirit is (W)crushed.14 (X)The heart of him who has understanding seeks knowledge,    but the mouths of fools feed on folly.15 All the days of the afflicted are evil,    but (Y)the cheerful of heart has a continual feast.16 (Z)Better is a little with the fear of the Lord    than great treasure and trouble with it.17 (AA)Better is a dinner of herbs where love is    than (AB)a fattened ox and hatred with it.18 (AC)A hot-tempered man (AD)stirs up strife,    but he who is (AE)slow to anger quiets contention.19 The way of (AF)a sluggard is like a hedge of (AG)thorns,    but the path of the upright is (AH)a level highway.20 (AI)A wise son makes a glad father,    but a foolish man despises his mother.21 (AJ)Folly is a joy to him who lacks sense,    but a man of understanding (AK)walks straight ahead.22 (AL)Without counsel plans fail,    but with many advisers they succeed.23 To make an apt answer is a joy to a man,    and (AM)a word in season, how good it is!24 The path of life leads upward (AN)for the prudent,    that he may turn away from Sheol beneath.25 The Lord tears down the house of (AO)the proud    but (AP)maintains (AQ)the widow's boundaries.26 (AR)The thoughts of the wicked are an abomination to the Lord,    but (AS)gracious words are pure.27 Whoever is (AT)greedy for unjust gain (AU)troubles his own household,    but he who hates (AV)bribes will live.28 The heart of the righteous (AW)ponders how to answer,    but (AX)the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.29 The Lord is (AY)far from the wicked,    but he (AZ)hears the prayer of the righteous.30 (BA)The light of the eyes rejoices the heart,    and (BB)good news refreshes[c] the bones.31 (BC)The ear that listens to (BD)life-giving reproof    will dwell among the wise.32 Whoever (BE)ignores instruction (BF)despises himself,    but he who listens to reproof (BG)gains intelligence.33 (BH)The fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom,    and (BI)humility comes before honor. 20  Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise. The way of a sluggard is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a level highway. 15  gIn the light of a king’s face there is life. ybut the righteous are rewarded with good. Pro 15:18 - A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention. and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor. and his speech4 is like za scorching fire. 27  The fear of the Lord is pa fountain of life. 10  A rebuke goes deeper into a man of understanding. Drink water from your own cistern, flowing water from your own well. 5  kA fool ldespises his father’s instruction. Proverbs 17:1 Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.. Proverbs 21:19 It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.. Psalm 133:1 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!. ESV: English Standard Version 2016 . and ba cruel messenger will be sent against him. 16  Why should a fool have money in his hand jto buy wisdom. 8  The wisdom of the prudent is to discern his way. Why should a fool have money in his hand to buy wisdom when he has no sense? 2  Whoever hwalks in uprightness fears the Lord. 4  Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean. ESV Student Study Bible, TruTone, Sky Blue with Ivy Design, ESV Student Study Bible (TruTone, Gray), Leather, imitation, Grey, ESV Reference Bible (TruTone, Deep Brown/Tan, Trail Design), ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal: 19-Volume New Testament Boxed Set, ESV Large Print Value Thinline Bible (TruTone, Mahogany, Border Design). for cthe throne is established by righteousness. 3 The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the Lord tests hearts. and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city. 23; ch. but a man of understanding mwalks straight ahead. 2 Chr. and ba whisperer cseparates close friends. [f]26 A worker's appetite works for him;    his (CW)mouth urges him on.27 (CX)A worthless man plots evil,    and his speech[g] is like (CY)a scorching fire.28 (CZ)A dishonest man spreads strife,    and (DA)a whisperer (DB)separates close friends.29 A man of violence (DC)entices his neighbor    and leads him in a way that is not good.30 Whoever winks his eyes plans[h] (DD)dishonest things;    he who (DE)purses his lips brings evil to pass.31 (DF)Gray hair is (DG)a crown of glory;    it (DH)is gained in a righteous life.32 (DI)Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty,    and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.33 (DJ)The lot is cast into the lap,    but its every decision is (DK)from the Lord.17 (DL)Better is a dry morsel with quiet    than a house full of feasting[i] with strife.2 A servant who deals wisely will rule over (DM)a son who acts shamefully    and (DN)will share the inheritance as one of the brothers.3 (DO)The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold,    (DP)and the Lord tests hearts.4 An evildoer listens to wicked lips,    and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.5 Whoever mocks the poor (DQ)insults his Maker;    he who is (DR)glad at calamity will not go (DS)unpunished.6 (DT)Grandchildren are (DU)the crown of the aged,    and the glory of children is their fathers.7 Fine speech is not (DV)becoming to a fool;    still less is (DW)false speech to a prince.8 (DX)A bribe is like a magic[j] stone in the eyes of the one who gives it;    wherever he turns he prospers.9 Whoever (DY)covers an offense seeks love,    but he who repeats a matter (DZ)separates close friends.10 A rebuke goes deeper into a man of understanding    than a hundred blows into a fool.11 An evil man seeks only rebellion,    and (EA)a cruel messenger will be sent against him.12 Let a man meet (EB)a she-bear robbed of her cubs    (EC)rather than a fool in his folly.13 If anyone (ED)returns evil for good,    (EE)evil will not depart from his house.14 The beginning of strife is like letting out water,    so (EF)quit before the quarrel breaks out.15 He who (EG)justifies the wicked and he who (EH)condemns the righteous    are both alike an abomination to the Lord.16 Why should a fool have money in his hand (EI)to buy wisdom    when he has no sense?17 (EJ)A friend loves at all times,    and a brother is born for adversity.18 One who lacks sense gives a pledge    and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor.19 Whoever loves transgression loves strife;    he who (EK)makes his door high seeks destruction.20 (EL)A man of crooked heart does not discover good,    and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity.21 He who (EM)sires a fool gets himself sorrow,    and the father of a fool has no joy.22 (EN)A joyful heart is good medicine,    but a crushed spirit (EO)dries up the bones.23 The wicked accepts (EP)a bribe in secret[k]    to (EQ)pervert the ways of justice.24 (ER)The discerning sets his face toward wisdom,    but the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.25 (ES)A foolish son is a grief to his father    (ET)and bitterness to (EU)her who bore him.26 (EV)To impose a fine on a righteous man is not good,    nor to strike the noble for their uprightness.27 Whoever (EW)restrains his words has knowledge,    and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.28 Even a fool (EX)who keeps silent is considered wise;    when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. 6  yRighteousness guards him whose zway is blameless. # [ch. 25  There is a way that seems right to a man. 19  The way of ha sluggard is like a hedge of ithorns. 3:3, ver. 21  He who nsires a fool gets himself sorrow. A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. but he who is gslow to anger quiets contention. 7  Fine speech is not wbecoming to a fool; 8  yA bribe is like a magic2 stone in the eyes of the one who gives it; 9  Whoever zcovers an offense seeks love. A dish of vegetables would be the common meal, whereas flesh would be reserved for festive occasions. and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity. 18  Poverty and disgrace come to him who tignores instruction. Pro 15:18. Tools. 21  The wise of heart is called discerning. 17 A man of c quick temper acts foolishly, and a man of evil devices is hated. 1 [m] Proverbs 15:17 Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting with strife. 23:8; Isa. Proverbs 15:17English Standard Version (ESV) 17 Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. Pro 15:17. that he may turn away from Sheol beneath. 20  Whoever gives thought to the word2 pwill discover good. and he loves him who speaks what is right. 23  The fallow ground of the poor would yield much food. and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity. but the wicked brings shame1 and disgrace. 8  The ransom of a man’s life is his wealth. 23 c He dies for lack of discipline, and because of his great folly he is d led astray. 22  Good sense is sa fountain of life to him who has it, 23  tThe heart of the wise makes his speech judicious. 3  By the mouth of a fool comes ja rod for his back,1. English Standard Version (ESV). The way of a sluggard is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a level highway. 30  Whoever winks his eyes plans5 edishonest things; he who fpurses his lips brings evil to pass. 4 An evildoer listens to wicked lips, and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue. Those who devise good meet5 jsteadfast love and faithfulness. 23 To make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is! Need an ESV Bible? 33  Wisdom brests in the heart of a man of understanding, but it makes itself known even in the midst of fools.8. 25:10-13; 1 Kgs. 12  uA scoffer vdoes not like to be reproved; but by xsorrow of heart the spirit is ycrushed. 23  The wicked accepts qa bribe in secret3. Proverbs 15:17 - ESV - Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than... Study verse in the English Standard Version A gentle tongue is a tree of life, but perverseness in it breaks the spirit. 17  A man of cquick temper acts foolishly. 20  mA man of crooked heart does not discover good. 2  A servant who deals wisely will rule over na son who acts shamefully. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. but athe righteous finds refuge in his death. ... English Standard Version ARRAY(0x55e0498b35d8) The Geneva Bible (1587) ARRAY(0x55e0498b37b8) George Lamsa Translation of the Peshitta ARRAY(0x55e0498b3998) Good News Translation ARRAY(0x55e0498b3b78) and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue. 22  Do they not go astray who idevise evil? The ESV ® text has been reproduced in cooperation with and by permission of Good News Publishers. 29:17; Ps. but he who is idevious in his ways despises him. Psalm 119:104 ESV / 325 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. 7  aOne pretends to be rich,2 yet has nothing; banother pretends to be poor,3 yet has great wealth. but the belly of the wicked suffers want. 3  pThe crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold. Proverbs 13:24 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. 16  The plans of the heart belong to man. In Context Parallel Compare. 25  The Lord tears down the house of qthe proud. 16 The plans of the heart belong to man,    but (BJ)the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.2 (BK)All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes,    but the Lord (BL)weighs the spirit. 12  tThere is a way that seems right to a man. Proverbs 15:17, KJV: "Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, than a stalled ox and hatred therewith." 26  vTo impose a fine on a righteous man is not good. 5:39], Job 34:17; Ps. 16  bBetter is a little with the fear of the Lord, 17  cBetter is a dinner of herbs where love is. for there you do not meet words of knowledge. 19  wA desire fulfilled is sweet to the soul. Version. 44:21; John 2:24; See 1 Sam. 17:10; Mal. Through your precepts I get understanding; therefore I hate every false way. but the desire of the treacherous sis for violence. Proverbs 17:1 Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife.. Proverbs 21:19 It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.. Psalm 133:1 A Song of degrees of David. 20  eThe poor is disliked even by his neighbor. but zthe mouth of the wicked pours out evil things. but he who listens to reproof igains intelligence. Proverbs 15:17; Proverbs 17:1. and ya good man will be filled with the fruit of his ways. sweetness to the soul and whealth to the body. Cancel. 18:16; 19:6; 21:14; [Ex. but the companion of fools will suffer harm. but qa scoffer does not listen to rebuke. A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention. 24  The crown of the wise is their wealth. Proverbs 15:17 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. but hblessed is he who is generous to the poor. Proverbs 15:17-23 ESV. but he who repeats a matter aseparates close friends. Proverbs 17 The Proverbs of Solomon 1 m Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting 1 with strife. 26:2; Jer. 4  pThe Lord has made everything for its purpose. but one who lbreathes out lies is deceitful. Proverbs 15:17, ESV: "Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it." A fool despises his father's instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is prudent. 24  cWhoever spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is diligent to discipline him.9. Drink water from your own cistern, flowing water from your own well. Sign up for an account to try it FREE for 30 days. 2 A servant who deals wisely will rule over [n] Proverbs 17:21, Proverbs 17:25; Proverbs 10:5; Proverbs 19:26 a son who acts shamefully and [o] [2 Samuel 16:4] will share the inheritance as one of the brothers. but the path of the upright is ja level highway. 28  Even a fool xwho keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. Proverbs 15:17 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Proverbs 15:17, NIV: "Better a small serving of vegetables with love than a fattened calf with hatred." but he loves him qwho pursues righteousness. 1:23; Amos 5:12], Ps. 2:14]; See Deut. 12  Let a man meet ca she-bear robbed of her cubs. and blessed is he qwho trusts in the Lord. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. but ethe lamp of the wicked will be put out. but trouble befalls the income of the wicked. 13  Whoever jdespises kthe word5 brings destruction on himself. 11  gWealth gained hastily4 will dwindle. 26  In the fear of the Lord one has mstrong confidence. 27  Whoever is vgreedy for unjust gain wtroubles his own household. 24  sThe discerning sets his face toward wisdom. nor to strike the noble for their uprightness. while the soul of the diligent xis richly supplied. All the days of the afflicted are evil, but the cheerful of heart has a continual feast. and he loves him who speaks what is right. than a house full of feasting1 with strife. 16 a One who is wise is cautious 4 and b turns away from evil, but a fool is reckless and careless. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hatred with it. but with those who take advice is wisdom. Subscribe to a study package to unlock the ESV Study Bible, the interactive Knowing the Bible study series, the Preaching the Word commentary series, and more. Better a small serving of vegetables with love than a fattened calf with hatred. and by uthe fear of the Lord one vturns away from evil. 26; ch. 14  eA king’s wrath is a messenger of death. 18:5], [ch. To get understanding is to be chosen rather than (CJ)silver.17 The highway of the upright (CK)turns aside from evil;    whoever guards his way preserves his life.18 (CL)Pride goes before destruction,    and a haughty spirit before a fall.19 (CM)It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor    than to (CN)divide the spoil with the proud.20 Whoever gives thought to the word[e] (CO)will discover good,    and blessed is he (CP)who trusts in the Lord.21 The wise of heart is called discerning,    and sweetness of speech (CQ)increases persuasiveness.22 Good sense is (CR)a fountain of life to him who has it,    but the instruction of fools is folly.23 (CS)The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious    and adds persuasiveness to his lips.24 (CT)Gracious words are like (CU)a honeycomb,    sweetness to the soul and (CV)health to the body.25 There is a way that seems right to a man,    but its end is the way to death. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 8:1-3 A soft answer turns away wrath,but #See 1 Sam. when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. Proverbs 15:18 - ESV - A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who... Study verse in the English Standard Version 33  jThe fear of the Lord is instruction in wisdom. 23  To make an apt answer is a joy to a man. 16  iHow much better to get wisdom than jgold! but the tent of the upright will flourish. The ESV ® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version ®) copyright ©2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 15  All the days of the afflicted are evil. 28; ch. but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools. and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue. 10  There is rsevere discipline for him who forsakes the way; 11  Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the Lord; how much more tthe hearts of the children of man! 17  The highway of the upright lturns aside from evil; whoever guards his way preserves his life. and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city. 29  Whoever is sslow to anger has great understanding. 6  In the house of the righteous there is much treasure. but a crushed spirit pdries up the bones. 17 Better is a dry morsel with quiet than a house full of feasting [] with strife. It is my meditation all the day. Proverbs 15:17 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly. and owill share the inheritance as one of the brothers. 7  nThe lips of the wise spread knowledge; 8  oThe sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord. 14  eThe wisest of women fbuilds her house. 13  A wise son hears his father’s instruction. 10:5; 19:26 a son who acts 25  dThe righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite. 25:15]; See Judg. 8  xBetter is a little with righteousness. ybut he who is generous to the needy honors him. ESV ® Text Edition: 2016. Psalm 119:97 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful. but whoever gathers little by little will increase it. that he may turn away from Sheol beneath. 14:6; 15:14; Eccles. 22 The a iniquities of the wicked b ensnare him, and he is held fast in the cords of his sin. 24 The path of life leads upward for the prudent, that he may turn away from Sheol beneath. 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