Proverbs 14:3-11 New Century Version (NCV)

3. Fools will be punished for their proud words,but the words of the wise will protect them.

4. When there are no oxen, no food is in the barn.But with a strong ox, much grain can be grown.

5. A truthful witness does not lie,but a false witness tells nothing but lies.

6. Those who make fun of wisdom look for it and do not find it,but knowledge comes easily to those with understanding.

7. Stay away from fools,because they can’t teach you anything.

8. A wise person will understand what to do,but a foolish person is dishonest.

9. Fools don’t care if they sin,but honest people work at being right.

10. No one else can know your sadness,and strangers cannot share your joy.

11. The wicked person’s house will be destroyed,but a good person’s tent will still be standing.

Proverbs 14