A gentle answer quiets anger, but a harsh one stirs it up. 2 When wise people speak, they make knowledge attractive, but stupid people spout nonsense. 3 The Lord sees what happens everywhere; he is watching us, whether we do … Continue reading
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Proverbs 14. Good News Translation. GNT. Bible
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Homes are made by the wisdom of women, but are destroyed by foolishness. 2 Be honest and you show that you have reverence for the Lord; be dishonest and you show that you do not. 3 Proud fools talk too … Continue reading
Proverbs 13. Good News Translation. GNT
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Wise children pay attention when their parents correct them, but arrogant people never admit they are wrong. 2 Good people will be rewarded for what they say, but those who are deceitful are hungry for violence. 3 Be careful what … Continue reading
Proverbs 12. Good News Translation. GNT
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Any who love knowledge want to be told when they are wrong. It is stupid to hate being corrected. 2 The Lord is pleased with good people, but condemns those who plan evil. 3 Wickedness does not give security, but … Continue reading
Proverbs 10. Good News Translation. GNT. Solomon’s Proverbs
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Proverbs 9, Good News Translation, GNT, Wisdom and Stupidity
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Wisdom has built her house and made seven columns for it. 2 She has had an animal killed for a feast, mixed spices in the wine, and set the table. 3 She has sent her servant women to call out … Continue reading
Proverbs 8. Good News Translation. GNT. In Praise of Wisdom
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Listen! Wisdom is calling out. Reason is making herself heard. 2 On the hilltops near the road and at the crossroads she stands. 3 At the entrance to the city, beside the gates, she calls: 4 “I appeal to all … Continue reading
Proverbs 7. Good News Translation. GNT. Immoral Woman
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My child, remember what I say and never forget what I tell you to do. 2 Do what I say, and you will live. Be as careful to follow my teaching as you are to protect your eyes. 3 Keep … Continue reading
Proverbs 6, Good News Translation, GNT, Warning against Adultery
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My child, have you promised to be responsible for someone else’s debts? 2 Have you been caught by your own words, trapped by your own promises? 3 Well then, my child, you are in that person’s power, but this is … Continue reading
Proverbs 5, Good News Translation, GNT, Warning against Adultery
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My child, pay attention and listen to my wisdom and insight. 2 Then you will know how to behave properly, and your words will show that you have knowledge. 3 The lips of another man’s wife may be as sweet … Continue reading
Proverbs 3, Good News Translation, GNT, Advice to the Young
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My child, don’t forget what I teach you. Always remember what I tell you to do. 2 My teaching will give you a long and prosperous life. 3 Never let go of loyalty and faithfulness. Tie them around your neck; … Continue reading
Proverbs 2, Good News Translation, GNT, Rewards of Wisdom
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My child, learn what I teach you and never forget what I tell you to do. 2 Listen to what is wise and try to understand it. 3 Yes, beg for knowledge; plead for insight. 4 Look for it as … Continue reading
Proverbs 1 Good News Translation (GNT), Value of Proverbs, Advice to the Young, Wisdom Calls
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1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David and king of Israel. 2 Here are proverbs that will help you recognize wisdom and good advice, and understand sayings with deep meaning. 3 They can teach you how to live intelligently … Continue reading
Proverbs 31 Good News Translation (GNT), Advice to a King
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These are the solemn words which King Lemuel’s mother said to him: 2 “You are my own dear son, the answer to my prayers. What shall I tell you? 3 Don’t spend all your energy on sex and all your … Continue reading
Proverbs 30, Words of Agur , Good News Translation (GNT)
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These are the solemn words of Agur son of Jakeh: “God is not with me, God is not with me, and I am helpless.[a] 2 I am more like an animal than a human being; I do not have the … Continue reading
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