Proverbs 27:11

New International Version

Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart; then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.

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then I can answer anyone who taunts me, for I trust in your word.

Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth.

The proverbs of Solomon: A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish son brings grief to his mother.

A wise son brings joy to his father, but a foolish man despises his mother.

A sluggard is wiser in his own eyes than seven people who answer discreetly.

The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.

A man who loves wisdom brings joy to his father, but a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.

Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the Lord’s people.

It has given me great joy to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father commanded us.