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Proverbs 15:11-22 New International Version Anglicized (NIVUK)

11. Death and Destruction lie open before the Lord –how much more do human hearts!

12. Mockers resent correction,so they avoid the wise.

13. A happy heart makes the face cheerful,but heartache crushes the spirit.

14. The discerning heart seeks knowledge,but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.

15. All the days of the oppressed are wretched,but the cheerful heart has a continual feast.

16. Better a little with the fear of the Lordthan great wealth with turmoil.

17. Better a dish of vegetables with lovethan a fattened calf with hatred.

18. A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict,but the one who is patient calms a quarrel.

19. The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns,but the path of the upright is a highway.

20. A wise son brings joy to his father,but a foolish man despises his mother.

21. Folly brings joy to one who has no sense,but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course.

22. Plans fail for lack of counsel,but with many advisors they succeed.

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