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To understand a proverb and a figure [of speech] or an enigma with its interpretation,
And the words of the wise and their riddles [that require reflection].

Despising PeopleWise Proverbsexploringknots


Then you will understand righteousness and justice [in every circumstance]
And integrity and every good path.

Discernmentfairnessacting


For the devious are repulsive to the Lord;
But His private counsel is with the upright [those with spiritual integrity and moral courage].

AbominationsBad InfluenceAbominations, To GodDeviousnessFriendship Kjv

suddenly to follow her - as it were an ox to the slaughter, and like as it were a fool that laugheth when he goeth to the stocks to be punished -

Being Killed Like An AnimalKilled Like An AnimalDeerimpulsiveness


“I, [Wisdom, continuously] walk in the way of righteousness,
In the midst of the paths of justice,

God's WaysWisdom And GuidancePaths


He who learns from instruction and correction is on the [right] path of life [and for others his example is a path toward wisdom and blessing],
But he who ignores and refuses correction goes off course [and for others his example is a path toward sin and ruin].

Criticism, amongst believersAcceptance, Of InstructionRebukePeople Going AstrayLife By WisdomRejecting Reproof


The righteousness of the upright will rescue them,
But the treacherous will be caught by their own greed.

desiresTrapDistinctives Of RighteousnessSalvation By Other ThingsGreed


The wicked man earns deceptive wages,
But he who sows righteousness and lives his life with integrity will have a true reward [that is both permanent and satisfying].

Reward, DivineServants, Working Conditions OfSowing And ReapingWagesSowing GoodWages For EvilReward For WorksReaping What You SowDeception

The words of the wicked [are] an ambush of blood, but the mouth of the upright delivers them.

Speech, Power And Significance OfAmbush


Righteousness (being in right standing with God) guards the one whose way is blameless,
But wickedness undermines and overthrows the sinner.

Spiritual Warfare, ArmourSin, Consequences OfFruits Of RighteousnessSin Clings To The Sinner

Riches are an ornament unto the wise; but the ignorance of fools is very foolishness.

Wisdom Gives Wealth


Righteousness [moral and spiritual integrity and virtuous character] exalts a nation,
But sin is a disgrace to any people.

ethics, socialCivic RighteousnessNationalismSin, Effects OfFruits Of RighteousnessDistinctives Of RighteousnessShame Of Bad Conduct


The way [of life] of the wicked is hateful and exceedingly offensive to the Lord,
But He loves one who pursues righteousness [personal integrity, moral courage and honorable character].

PursuingRighteousness, Of BelieversPathways Of SinAbominations, To GodEvil Ways


It is repulsive [to God and man] for kings to behave wickedly,
For a throne is established on righteousness (right standing with God).

ethics, socialBeing A LeaderCivic RighteousnessResponsibility, For God's WorldStabilityKings, Duties OfGood KingsAuthorityDistinctives Of Righteousness

My son, give ear and be wise, so shall thine heart prosper in the way.

Wisdom, Human Importance


Take away the wicked from before the king,
And his throne will be established in righteousness.

ethics, socialCivic RighteousnessAuthorityRemoving People From Your Lifewickedness
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