Quotes about Proverbs
A man fathers a fool to his own grief; the father of a fool has no joy.
— Proverbs 17:21
Wisdom is the focus of the discerning, but the eyes of a fool wander to the ends of the earth.
— Proverbs 17:24
The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters; the fountain of wisdom is a bubbling brook.
— Proverbs 18:4
A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.
— Proverbs 18:7
The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.
— Proverbs 18:8
Before his downfall a man’s heart is proud, but humility comes before honor.
— Proverbs 18:12
The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
— Proverbs 18:14
Many seek the favor of the prince, and everyone is a friend of the gift giver.
— Proverbs 19:6
He who acquires wisdom loves himself; one who safeguards understanding will find success.
— Proverbs 19:8
Laziness brings on deep sleep, and an idle soul will suffer hunger.
— Proverbs 19:15
Strike a mocker, and the simple will beware; rebuke the discerning man, and he will gain knowledge.
— Proverbs 19:25
Judgments are prepared for mockers, and beatings for the backs of fools.
— Proverbs 19:29