A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but a wife who puts him to shame is like bone cancer.

The diligent will take control, but the lazy will be put to forced labor.

The first to put forth his case seems right, until someone else steps forward and cross-examines him.

Laziness puts one to sleep, and an idle person will go hungry.

Take the garment of anyone who puts up collateral for a stranger; hold it in pledge if he does it for an unfamiliar woman.

The wicked man puts up a bold appearance, but the upright thinks about what he is doing.

Put a knife to your own throat, if you have a big appetite.

Take the coat of anyone who puts up security for a stranger; hold it in pledge if he cosigns for an immoral woman.

If you've foolishly exalted yourself or if you've plotted evil, put your hand over your mouth.