An evil man is trapped by his sinful talk,
but a righteous man escapes trouble.
From the fruit of his lips a man is filled with good things
as surely as the work of his hands rewards him.
The way of a fool seems right to him,
but a wise man listens to advice.
A fool shows his annoyance at once,
but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
Reckless words pierce like a sword,
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
There is deceit in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but joy for those who promote peace.
No harm befalls the righteous,
but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
The LORD detests lying lips,
but he delights in men who are truthful.
A prudent man keeps his knowledge to himself,
but the heart of fools blurts out folly.
An anxious heart weighs a man down,
but a kind word cheers him up.
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