Proverbs 14:23-31

23In all hard work there is profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.

24The crown of the wise is their riches, but the folly of fools is foolishness.

25A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is treacherous.

26In the fear of Adonai one has strong confidence. It will be a refuge for His children.

27The fear of Adonai is a fountain of life, turning one from the snares of death.

28A large population is a king’s glory, but lack of subjects is a prince’s ruin.

29One who is slow to anger shows great understanding, but a quick-tempered one exalts folly.

30A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy is rottenness to the bones.

31The one who oppresses the poor shows contempt for his Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors Him.