Proverbs 14:1-5 Common English Bible (CEB)

1. A wise woman builds her house,while a foolish woman tears hers down with her own hands.

2. Those who walk with integrity fear the Lord,but those who take a crooked path despise him.

3. Pride sprouts in the mouth of a fool,but the lips of the wise protect them.

4. When there are no oxen, the stall is clean,but when there is a strong bull, there is abundant produce.

5. A truthful witness doesn’t lie,but a false witness spews lies.

Proverbs 14