Proverbs 11:1-6 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. The Lord hates anyonewho cheats,but he likes everyonewho is honest.

2. Too much pridecan put you to shame.It's wiser to be humble.

3. If you do the right thing,honesty will be your guide.But if you are crooked,you will be trappedby your own dishonesty.

4. When God is angry,money won't help you.Obeying God is the only wayto be saved from death.

5. If you are truly good,you will do right;if you are wicked,you will be destroyedby your own sin.

6. Honesty can keep you safe,but if you can't be trusted,you trap yourself.

Proverbs 11