that the wise man may hear, and increase in learning; that the man of understanding may attain to sound counsel:

He lays up sound wisdom for the upright. He is a shield to those who walk in integrity;

My son, let them not depart from your eyes. Keep sound wisdom and discretion:

for I give you sound learning. Don't forsake my law.

"To you men, I call! I send my voice to the sons of mankind.

Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power.

She has sent out her maidens. She cries from the highest places of the city:

As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to those who send him.

Like a gold ring in a pig's snout, is a beautiful woman who lacks discretion.

An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.

An unfriendly man pursues selfishness, and defies all sound judgment.

To teach you truth, reliable words, to give sound answers to the ones who sent you?

As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those who send him; for he refreshes the soul of his masters.

A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool's provocation is heavier than both.