Mashaym (Proverbs) — 15

1 A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.

2 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness.

3 For 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH is watching everywhere, keeping his eye on both the evil and the good.

4 Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.

5 Only a fool despises a parent’s discipline; whoever learns from correction is wise.

6 There is treasure in the house of the righteous, but the earnings of the wicked bring trouble.

7 The lips of the wise give good advice; the heart of a fool has none to give.

8 For 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but he delights in the prayers of the upright.

9 And 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH detests the way of the wicked, but 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH love's those who pursue Righteousness.

10 Whoever abandons the right path will be severely disciplined; whoever hates correction will die.

11 Even Death and Destruction hold no secrets from 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH. How much more the hearts of men!

12 Mockers hate to be corrected, so they stay away from the wise.

13 A glad heart makes a happy face; a broken heart crushes the spirit.

14 A wise person is hungry for knowledge, while the fool feeds on trash.

15 For the despondent, every day brings trouble; for the happy heart, life is a continual feast.

16 Better to have little, with fear for 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH, than to have great treasure and inner turmoil.

17 A bowl of vegetables with someone you love is better than steak with someone you hate.

18 A hot-tempered person starts fights; a cool-tempered person stops them.

19 A lazy person’s way is blocked with briers, but the path of the upright is an open highway.

20 Sensible children bring joy to their father; foolish children despise their mother.

21 Foolishness brings joy to those with no sense; a sensible person stays on the right path.

22 Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many advisers bring success.

23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!

24 The path of life leads upward for the wise; they leave the grave behind.

25 For 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH tears down the house of the proud, but 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH protects the property of widows.

26 And 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH detests evil plans, but 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH delights in pure words.

27 Greed brings grief to the whole family,    but those who hate bribes will live.

28 The heart of the righteous thinks carefully before speaking; the mouth of the wicked overflows with evil words.

29 For 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayers of the righteous.

30 A cheerful look brings joy to the heart;    good news makes good health.

31 If you listen to constructive criticism, you will be at home among the wise.

32 If you reject discipline, you only harm yourself; but if you listen to correction, you grow in understanding.

33 The fear of 𐤉𐤄𐤅𐤄_YAHUAH teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor.