A righteous man cares about his animal’s health,
but even the merciful acts of the wicked are cruel.

Even in laughter a heart may be sad,
and joy may end in grief.

A poor man is hated even by his neighbor,
but there are many who love the rich.

Wisdom resides in the heart of the discerning;
she is known even among fools.

The Lord has prepared everything for His purpose—
even the wicked for the day of disaster.

When a man’s ways please the Lord,
He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent,
discerning when he seals his lips.

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Even zeal is not good without knowledge,
and the one who acts hastily sins.

The slacker buries his hand in the bowl;
he doesn’t even bring it back to his mouth.

Even a young man is known by his actions—
if his behavior is pure and upright.

Teach a youth about the way he should go;
even when he is old he will not depart from it.

I have instructed you today—even you—
so that your confidence may be in the Lord.

If you have no money to pay,
even your bed will be taken from under you.

for wealth is not forever;
not even a crown lasts for all time.

Anyone who turns his ear away from hearing the law—
even his prayer is detestable.

Three things are stately in their stride,
even four are stately in their walk: