Proverbs
Chapters 14:1-6
New International Version Anglicized
1The wise woman builds her house,but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down.
2Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly,but those who despise him are devious in their ways.
3A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride,but the lips of the wise protect them.
4Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty,but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
5An honest witness does not deceive,but a false witness pours out lies.
6The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none,but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.