1 The sluggard is like a stone in the mud; everyone hisses at his disgrace.
2 The sluggard is like a lump of dung; whoever touches him wipes his hands.
3 An unruly child is a disgrace to its father; if it be a daughter she brings him to poverty.
4 A thoughtful daughter becomes a treasure to her husband, a shameless one is her father's grief.
5 A hussy shames her father and her husband; by both she is despised.
6 Like a song in time of mourning is inopportune talk, but lashes and discipline are at all times wisdom.
7 Teaching a fool is like gluing a broken pot, or like disturbing a man in the depths of sleep;
8 He talks with a slumberer who talks with a fool, for when it is over, he will say, "What was that?"
9 Weep over the dead man, for his light has gone out; weep over the fool, for sense has left him.
10 Weep but a little over the dead man, for he is at rest; but worse than death is the life of a fool.
11 Seven days of mourning for the dead, but for the wicked fool a whole lifetime.
12 Speak but seldom with the stupid man, be not the companion of a brute;
13 Beware of him lest you have trouble and be spattered when he shakes himself; Turn away from him and you will find rest and not be wearied by his lack of sense.
14 What is heavier than lead, and what is its name but "Fool"?
15 Sand and salt and an iron mass are easier to bear than a stupid man.
16 Masonry bonded with wooden beams is not loosened by an earthquake; Neither is a resolve constructed with careful deliberation shaken in a moment of fear.
17 A resolve that is backed by prudent understanding is like the polished surface of a smooth wall.
18 Small stones lying on an open height will not remain when the wind blows; Neither can a timid resolve based on foolish plans withstand fear of any kind.
19 One who jabs the eye brings tears: he who pierces the heart bares its feelings.
20 He who throws stones at birds drives them away, and he who insults a friend breaks up the friendship.
21 Should you draw a sword against a friend, despair not, it can be undone.
22 Should you speak sharply to a friend, fear not, you can be reconciled. But a contemptuous insult, a confidence broken, or a treacherous attack will drive away any friend.
23 Make fast friends with a man while he is poor; thus will you enjoy his prosperity with him. In time of trouble remain true to him, so as to share in his inheritance when it comes.
24 Before flames burst forth an oven smokes; so does abuse come before bloodshed.
25 From a friend in need of support no one need hide in shame;
26 But from him who brings harm to his friend all will stand aloof who hear of it.
27 Who will set a guard over my mouth, and upon my lips an effective seal, That I may not fail through them, that my tongue may not destroy me?
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Ecclesiastical 22 discusses the theme of wisdom and foolishness, as well as the need to be cautious about the words that are said. The chapter also warns against pride and arrogance, and emphasizes the importance of seeking God's orientation.
Proverbs 12:15: "The way of the foolish seems to him straight, but the wise listens to the advice." This verse highlights the difference between fools and wise, and suggests that foolishness can lead to wrong and reckless thinking.
Proverbs 29:20: "Do you see the hasty man in his words? There is more hope for the fool than for him." This verse warns against recklessness in speech and suggests that there may be more hope for those who are foolish than to those who speak without thinking.
Proverbs 16:18: "Superb precedes ruin, and the haughtiness of the Spirit precedes the fall." This verse highlights the danger of arrogance and pride, emphasizing that those who are superb are more likely to fall.
Proverbs 10:19: "In the multitude of words there is no lack of sin, but what moderates his lips is wise." This verse suggests that talking too much can lead to errors and sins, and emphasizes the importance of carefully choosing the words that say.
Proverbs 3:5-6: "Trust in the Lord of all your heart and do not stir in your own understanding. Recognizes Him in all your ways, and he will straighten your paths." This verse emphasizes the importance of trusting God and seeking his orientation in all things, including wisdom and prudence in words and actions.
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