Proverbs 12 : 1 (LXXEN)
He that loves instruction loves sense, but he that hates reproofs is a fool.
Proverbs 12 : 2 (LXXEN)
*Or, better is he, etc. He that has found favour with the Lord is made better; but a transgressor shall be passed over in silence.
Proverbs 12 : 3 (LXXEN)
A man shall not prosper by wickedness; but the roots of the righteous shall not be taken up.
Proverbs 12 : 4 (LXXEN)
A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband; but as a worm in wood, so a bad woman destroys her husband.
Proverbs 12 : 5 (LXXEN)
The thoughts of the righteous are true judgements; but ungodly men devise deceits.
Proverbs 12 : 6 (LXXEN)
The words of ungodly men are crafty; but the mouth of the upright shall deliver them.
Proverbs 12 : 7 (LXXEN)
When the ungodly is overthrown, he vanishes away; but the houses of the just remain.
Proverbs 12 : 8 (LXXEN)
The mouth of an understanding man is praised by a man; but he that is dull of heart is had in derision.
Proverbs 12 : 9 (LXXEN)
Better is a man in dishonour serving himself, than one honouring himself and wanting bread.
Proverbs 12 : 10 (LXXEN)
A righteous man has pity for the lives of his cattle; but the bowels of the ungodly are unmerciful.
Proverbs 12 : 11 (LXXEN)
He that tills his own land shall be satisfied with bread; but they that pursue vanities are void of understanding. (12:11AA) He that enjoys himself in banquets of wine, shall leave dishonour in his own strong holds.
Proverbs 12 : 12 (LXXEN)
The desires of the ungodly are evil; but the roots of the godly are firmly set.
Proverbs 12 : 13 (LXXEN)
For the sin of his lips a sinner falls into snare; but a righteous man escapes from them. (12:13AA) He whose looks are gentle shall be pitied, but he that contends in the gates will afflict souls.
Proverbs 12 : 14 (LXXEN)
The soul of a man shall be filled with good from the fruits of his mouth; and the recompence of his lips shall be given to him.
Proverbs 12 : 15 (LXXEN)
The ways of fools are right in their own eyes; but a wise man hearkens to counsels.
Proverbs 12 : 16 (LXXEN)
A fool declares his wrath the same day; but a prudent man hides his own disgrace.
Proverbs 12 : 17 (LXXEN)
A righteous man declares the open truth; but an unjust witness is deceitful.
Proverbs 12 : 18 (LXXEN)
Some wound as they speak, like swords; but the tongues of the wise heal.
Proverbs 12 : 19 (LXXEN)
True lips establish testimony; but a hasty witness has an unjust tongue.
Proverbs 12 : 20 (LXXEN)
There is deceit in the heart of him that imagines evil; but they that love peace shall rejoice.
Proverbs 12 : 21 (LXXEN)
No injustice will please a just man; but the ungodly will be filled with mischief.
Proverbs 12 : 22 (LXXEN)
Lying lips are a abomination to the Lord; but he that deals faithfully is accepted with him.
Proverbs 12 : 23 (LXXEN)
An understanding man is a throne of wisdom; but the heart of fools shall meet with curses.
Proverbs 12 : 24 (LXXEN)
The hand of chosen men shall easily obtain rule; but the deceitful shall be for a prey.
Proverbs 12 : 25 (LXXEN)
A terrible word troubles the heart of a righteous man; but a good message rejoices him.
Proverbs 12 : 26 (LXXEN)
A just arbitrator shall be his own friend; but mischief shall pursue sinners; and the way of ungodly men shall lead them astray.
Proverbs 12 : 27 (LXXEN)
A deceitful man shall catch no game; but a *Gr. pure blameless man is a precious possession.
Proverbs 12 : 28 (LXXEN)
In the ways of righteousness is life; but the ways of those that remember injuries lead to death.
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