More Proverbs

The following are from proverbs from the bible. (words from the wisest men)

Pride only breed quarrels,
but wisdom is found in those who take advice. (13:10)

The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life,
but a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit (15:4)

A cheerful look brings joy to the heart,
and good news gives health to the bones. (15:30)

The wise in heart are called discerning,
and pleasant words promote instruction. (16:21)

Pleasant words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. (16:24)

He who covers over an offense promotes love,
but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. (17:9)

A friend loves at all times,
and a brother is born for adversity. (17:17)

Before his downfall a man's heart is proud,
but humility comes before honour. (18:12)

The purpose of a man's heart are deep waters,
but a man of understanding draws them out. (20:5)

All a man's ways seem right to him,
but the Lord weighs the heart. (21:2)

He who pursues righteousness and love
finds life, prosperity and honour. (21:21)

It is the glory of God to conceal a matter;
to search out a matter is the glory of kings. (25:2)

If you argue your case with a neighbour,
do not betray another man's confidence,
or he who hears it may shame you
and you will never lose your bad reputation. (25:9-10)

If you find honey, eat just enough-
too much of it, and you will vomit.
sheldom set foot in your neighbours house -
too much of you , and he will hate you. (25:16-17)

Better is open rebuke
than hidden love. (27:5)

As iron sharpens iron,
so one man sharpens another. (27:17)

As water reflects a face,
so a man's heart reflects the man. (27:19)

If a king judges the poor with fairness
his throne will always be secure. (20:14)

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Each quote is an entire story of its own.. It's takes experience to really understand the wisdom of the quote.. So don't underestimate these quotes.. memorise them.. meditate on them... even one quote a week can make an impact on your life... afterall they are God's words... pick your favourite quote and meditate on it today..