that he may guard the paths of justice, and preserve the way of his holy ones.

Guard your heart with all diligence, for out of it is the wellspring of life.

Keep my commandments and live. Guard my teaching as the apple of your eye.

There are some who pretend to be rich, yet have nothing. There are some who pretend to be poor, yet have great wealth.

He who is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a quick temper displays folly.

Better is little, with the fear of the LORD, than great treasure with trouble.

Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice.

A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.

A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold.

Do not exploit the poor, because he is poor; and do not crush the needy in court;

The father of the righteous has great joy. Whoever fathers a wise child delights in him.

A wise man has great power; and a knowledgeable man increases strength;

Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, or claim a place among great men;

Do not be hasty in bringing charges to court. What will you do in the end when your neighbor shames you?

When the righteous triumph, there is great glory; but when the wicked rise, men hide themselves.

If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.