Proverbs 17:7-13 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

7. It sounds strange for a foolto talk sensibly,but it's even worsefor a ruler to tell lies.

8. A bribe works miracleslike a magic charmthat brings good luck.

9. You will keep your friendsif you forgive them,but you will lose your friendsif you keep talking aboutwhat they did wrong.

10. A sensible personaccepts correction,but you can't beat senseinto a fool.

11. Cruel people want to rebel,and so vicious attackerswill be sent against them.

12. A bear robbed of her cubsis far less dangerousthan a stubborn fool.

13. You will always have troubleif you are mean to thosewho are good to you.

Proverbs 17