Pro 12 | HCSB | STEP | Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge , but one who hates correction is stupid .

‏ Proverbs 12

1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge,

but one who hates correction is stupid. ^a

2 The good person obtains favor from the Lord, ^b
but He condemns a man who schemes. ^c

3 Man cannot be made secure by wickedness,
but the root of the righteous is immovable. ^d

4 A capable wife ^{▼▼Or A wife of quality, or A wife of good character} is her husband’s crown, ^f
but a wife who causes shame
is like rottenness in his bones. ^g

5 The thoughts of the righteous are just,
but guidance from the wicked leads to deceit.

6 The words of the wicked are a deadly ambush, ^h
but the speech of the upright rescues them. ⁱ

7 The wicked are overthrown and perish, ^j
but the house of the righteous will stand. ^k

8 A man is praised for his insight,
but a twisted mind is despised.

9 Better to be dishonored, yet have a servant,
than to act important but have no food. ^l

10 A righteous man cares about his animal’s health, ^m
but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.

11 The one who works his land will have plenty of food, ⁿ
but whoever chases fantasies lacks sense. ^o

12 The wicked desire what evil men have, ^{▼▼Or desire a stronghold of evil}
but the root of the righteous produces fruit.

13 An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, ^q
but a righteous one escapes from trouble. ^r

14 A man will be satisfied with good
by the words of his mouth, ^s
and the work of a man’s hands will reward him. ^t

15 A fool’s way is right in his own eyes, ^u
but whoever listens to counsel is wise.

16 A fool’s displeasure is known at once,
but whoever ignores an insult is sensible. ^v

17 Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right,
but a false witness, deceit. ^w

18 There is one who speaks rashly,
like a piercing sword; ^x
but the tongue of the wise brings healing. ^y

19 Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue, only a moment. ^z

20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but those who promote peace have joy. ^aa

21 No disaster overcomes the righteous, ^ab
but the wicked are full of misery.

22 Lying lips are detestable to the Lord, ^ac
but faithful people are His delight. ^ad

23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity. ^ae

24 The diligent hand will rule,
but laziness will lead to forced labor. ^af

25 Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down,
but a good word cheers it up. ^ag

26 A righteous man is careful in dealing with his neighbor, ^{▼▼Or man guides his neighbor}
but the ways of the wicked lead them astray. ^ai

27 A lazy man doesn’t roast his game, ^aj
but to a diligent man, his wealth is precious. ^ak

28 There is life in the path of righteousness,
but another path leads to death. ^{▼▼Or righteousness, and in its path there is no death
,} ^am