Proverbs 18:14-20 English Revised Version (ERV)

14. The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a broken spirit who can bear?

15. The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.

16. A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.

17. He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him out.

18. The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.

19. A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and such contentions are like the bars of a castle.

20. A man's belly shall be filled with the fruit of his mouth; with the increase of his lips shall he be satisfied.

Proverbs 18