The Words of King Lemuel’s Mother31 The words of King Lemuel, the utterance which his mother taught him:2 What, my son?And what, son of my womb?And what, son of my vows?3 Do not…

The Wisdom of Agur30 The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, his utterance. This man declared to Ithiel—to Ithiel and Ucal:2 Surely I am more stupid than any man,And do not…

Happy Is He Who Keeps the Law29 He who is often rebuked, and hardens his neck,Will suddenly be destroyed, and that without remedy.2 When the righteous a]">[a]are in authority, the people rejoice;But…

The Righteous Are Bold as a Lion28 The wicked flee when no one pursues,But the righteous are bold as a lion.2 Because of the transgression of a land, many are its princes;But…

My Son, Be Wise27 Do not boast about tomorrow,For you do not know what a day may bring forth.2 Let another man praise you, and not your own mouth;A stranger, and not…

Further Wise Sayings of Solomon25 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter,But the glory…

Do Not Envy Evil Men24 Do not be envious of evil men,Nor desire to be with them;2 For their heart devises violence,And their lips talk of troublemaking.3 Through wisdom a house is built,And…

Listen to Your Father23 When you sit down to eat with a ruler,Consider carefully what is before you;2 And put a knife to your throatIf you are a man given to appetite.3 Do…

The Value of a Good Name22 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches,Loving favor rather than silver and gold.2 The rich and the poor have this in common,The…

The Lord Considers the Heart21 The king’s heart is in the hand of the Lord,Like the [a]rivers of water;He turns it wherever He wishes.2 Every way of a man is right in…