Proverbs 15 : 1 (HCSB)
A gentle answer turns away anger, but a harsh word stirs up wrath.
Proverbs 15 : 2 (HCSB)
The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness.
Proverbs 15 : 3 (HCSB)
The eyes of the LORD are everywhere, observing the wicked and the good.
Proverbs 15 : 4 (HCSB)
The tongue that heals is a tree of life, but a devious tongue breaks the spirit.
Proverbs 15 : 5 (HCSB)
A fool despises his father's instruction, but a person who heeds correction is sensible.
Proverbs 15 : 6 (HCSB)
The house of the righteous has great wealth, but trouble accompanies the income of the wicked.
Proverbs 15 : 7 (HCSB)
The lips of the wise broadcast knowledge, but not so the heart of fools.
Proverbs 15 : 8 (HCSB)
The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable to the LORD, but the prayer of the upright is His delight.
Proverbs 15 : 9 (HCSB)
The LORD detests the way of the wicked, but He loves the one who pursues righteousness.
Proverbs 15 : 10 (HCSB)
Discipline is harsh for the one who leaves the path; the one who hates correction will die.
Proverbs 15 : 11 (HCSB)
Sheol and Abaddon lie open before the LORD-- how much more, human hearts.
Proverbs 15 : 12 (HCSB)
A mocker doesn't love one who corrects him; he will not consult the wise.
Proverbs 15 : 13 (HCSB)
A joyful heart makes a face cheerful, but a sad heart *produces a broken spirit.
Proverbs 15 : 14 (HCSB)
A discerning mind seeks knowledge, but the mouth of fools feeds on foolishness.
Proverbs 15 : 15 (HCSB)
All the days of the oppressed are miserable, but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.
Proverbs 15 : 16 (HCSB)
Better a little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure with turmoil.
Proverbs 15 : 17 (HCSB)
Better a meal of vegetables where there is love than a fattened calf with hatred.
Proverbs 15 : 18 (HCSB)
A hot-tempered man stirs up conflict, but a man slow to anger calms strife.
Proverbs 15 : 19 (HCSB)
A slacker's way is like a thorny hedge, but the path of the upright is a highway.
Proverbs 15 : 20 (HCSB)
A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish one despises his mother.
Proverbs 15 : 21 (HCSB)
Foolishness brings joy to one without sense, but a man with understanding walks a straight path.
Proverbs 15 : 22 (HCSB)
Plans fail when there is no counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.
Proverbs 15 : 23 (HCSB)
A man takes joy in giving an answer; and a timely word-- how good that is!
Proverbs 15 : 24 (HCSB)
For the discerning the path of life leads upward, so that he may avoid going down to Sheol.
Proverbs 15 : 25 (HCSB)
The LORD destroys the house of the proud, but He protects the widow's territory.
Proverbs 15 : 26 (HCSB)
The LORD detests the plans of an evil man, but pleasant words are pure.
Proverbs 15 : 27 (HCSB)
The one who profits dishonestly troubles his household, but the one who hates bribes will live.
Proverbs 15 : 28 (HCSB)
The mind of the righteous person thinks before answering, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil things.
Proverbs 15 : 29 (HCSB)
The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.
Proverbs 15 : 30 (HCSB)
Bright eyes cheer the heart; good news strengthens the bones.
Proverbs 15 : 31 (HCSB)
An ear that listens to life-giving rebukes will be at home among the wise.
Proverbs 15 : 32 (HCSB)
Anyone who ignores instruction despises himself, but whoever listens to correction acquires good sense.
Proverbs 15 : 33 (HCSB)
The fear of the LORD is wisdom's instruction, and humility comes before honor.
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