Proverbs 16:25-Proverbs 17:6 - Words Of Advice To A Wise Son
25 There is a road that seems right for a man to travel, but in the end it's the road to death.
26 The appetite of the laborer motivates him; indeed, his hunger drives him on.
27 A worthless person concocts evil gossip his lips are like a burning fire.
28 A deceitful man stirs dissension, and anyone who gossips separates friends.
29 A violent man entices his companion and leads him on a path that is not good.
30 Whoever winks knowingly is plotting deceit; anyone who purses his lips is bent towards evil.
31 Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is obtained by following a righteous path.
32 Whoever controls his temper is better than a warrior, and anyone who has control of his spirit is better than someone who captures a city.
33 The dice is cast into someone's lap, but the outcome is from the LORD.
1 Dry crumbs in peace are better than a full meal with strife.
2 A prudent servant will rule in place of a disgraceful son and will share in the inheritance among brothers.
3 The crucible is for silver and the furnace for gold but the LORD assays hearts.
4 Whoever practices evil pays attention to wicked speech, and the liar listens to malicious talk.
5 Whoever mocks the poor shows contempt for their maker, and whoever is happy about disaster will not go unpunished.
6 Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the pride of children is their parents.