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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.