Proverbs

The words of a man’s mouth are as deep waters, a flowing river, a fountain of wisdom.

When a wicked man comes, contempt follows, along with dishonor and disgrace.

A fool has no delight in understanding, but only wants to show off his opinions.

One who isolates himself pursues selfish desires. He rebels against all sound judgment.

Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace and he that keeps his mouth shut is esteemed a man of understanding.

An intelligent person restrains his words and a man who keeps a cool head is a man of understanding.

It is not good to punish an innocent person, or to beat a noble for his honesty

It is not good to punish an innocent person, or to beat a noble for his honesty.

A foolish son is a grief to his father and bitterness to her that bare him.

Wisdom is before him that has understanding, but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth.