Proverbs 14 : 1 (NLT)
A wise woman builds her home, but a foolish woman tears it down with her own hands.
Proverbs 14 : 2 (NLT)
Those who follow the right path fear the LORD; those who take the wrong path despise him.
Proverbs 14 : 3 (NLT)
A fool's proud talk becomes a rod that beats him, but the words of the wise keep them safe.
Proverbs 14 : 4 (NLT)
Without oxen a stable stays clean, but you need a strong ox for a large harvest.
Proverbs 14 : 5 (NLT)
An honest witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies.
Proverbs 14 : 6 (NLT)
A mocker seeks wisdom and never finds it, but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.
Proverbs 14 : 7 (NLT)
Stay away from fools, for you won't find knowledge on their lips.
Proverbs 14 : 8 (NLT)
The prudent understand where they are going, but fools deceive themselves.
Proverbs 14 : 9 (NLT)
Fools make fun of guilt, but the godly acknowledge it and seek reconciliation.
Proverbs 14 : 10 (NLT)
Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can fully share its joy.
Proverbs 14 : 11 (NLT)
The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the godly will flourish.
Proverbs 14 : 12 (NLT)
There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death.
Proverbs 14 : 13 (NLT)
Laughter can conceal a heavy heart, but when the laughter ends, the grief remains.
Proverbs 14 : 14 (NLT)
Backsliders get what they deserve; good people receive their reward.
Proverbs 14 : 15 (NLT)
Only simpletons believe everything they're told! The prudent carefully consider their steps.
Proverbs 14 : 16 (NLT)
The wise are cautious and avoid danger; fools plunge ahead with reckless confidence.
Proverbs 14 : 17 (NLT)
Short-tempered people do foolish things, and schemers are hated.
Proverbs 14 : 18 (NLT)
Simpletons are clothed with foolishness, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.
Proverbs 14 : 19 (NLT)
Evil people will bow before good people; the wicked will bow at the gates of the godly.
Proverbs 14 : 20 (NLT)
The poor are despised even by their neighbors, while the rich have many "friends."
Proverbs 14 : 21 (NLT)
It is a sin to belittle one's neighbor; blessed are those who help the poor.
Proverbs 14 : 22 (NLT)
If you plan to do evil, you will be lost; if you plan to do good, you will receive unfailing love and faithfulness.
Proverbs 14 : 23 (NLT)
Work brings profit, but mere talk leads to poverty!
Proverbs 14 : 24 (NLT)
Wealth is a crown for the wise; the effort of fools yields only foolishness.
Proverbs 14 : 25 (NLT)
A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is a traitor.
Proverbs 14 : 26 (NLT)
Those who fear the LORD are secure; he will be a refuge for their children.
Proverbs 14 : 27 (NLT)
Fear of the LORD is a life-giving fountain; it offers escape from the snares of death.
Proverbs 14 : 28 (NLT)
A growing population is a king's glory; a prince without subjects has nothing.
Proverbs 14 : 29 (NLT)
People with understanding control their anger; a hot temper shows great foolishness.
Proverbs 14 : 30 (NLT)
A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones.
Proverbs 14 : 31 (NLT)
Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker, but helping the poor honors him.
Proverbs 14 : 32 (NLT)
The wicked are crushed by disaster, but the godly have a refuge when they die.
Proverbs 14 : 33 (NLT)
Wisdom is enshrined in an understanding heart; wisdom is not found among fools.
Proverbs 14 : 34 (NLT)
Godliness makes a nation great, but sin is a disgrace to any people.
Proverbs 14 : 35 (NLT)
A king rejoices in wise servants but is angry with those who disgrace him.
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