Proverbs 16:11-18 Good News Bible (GNB)

11. The Lord wants weights and measures to be honest and every sale to be fair.

12. Kings cannot tolerate evil, because justice is what makes a government strong.

13. A king wants to hear the truth and will favour those who speak it.

14. A wise person will try to keep the king happy; if the king becomes angry, someone may die.

15. The king's favour is like the clouds that bring rain in the springtime — life is there.

16. It is better — much better — to have wisdom and knowledge than gold and silver.

17. Those who are good travel a road that avoids evil; so watch where you are going — it may save your life.

18. Pride leads to destruction, and arrogance to downfall.

Proverbs 16