Proverbs 27:11

Hebrew Names version (HNV)

Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart, then I can answer my tormentor.

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So I will have an answer for him who reproaches me, for I trust in your word.

Now therefore be wise, you kings. Be instructed, you judges of the earth.

The proverbs of Shlomo. A wise son makes a glad father; but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.

A wise son makes a father glad, but a foolish man despises his mother.

The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who answer with discretion.

A prudent man sees danger and takes refuge; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it.

Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

For we have much joy and comfort in your love, because the hearts of the holy ones have been refreshed through you, brother.

I rejoice greatly that I have found some of your children walking in truth, even as we have been commanded by the Father.