Further Sayings of the Wise

Proverbs 24:23-29

These also are sayings of the wise: To show partiality in judgment is not good.

Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”— peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;

but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.

An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.

Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.

Do not testify against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips.

Do not say, “I will do to him as he has done to me; I will repay the man according to his work.”