Proverbs 16:14-18 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

14. A king’s fury is a messenger of death,but a wise man appeases it.

15. When a king’s face lights up, there is life;his favor is like a cloud with spring rain.

16. Get wisdom —how much better it is than gold!And get understanding —it is preferable to silver.

17. The highway of the upright avoids evil;the one who guards his way protects his life.

18. Pride comes before destruction,and an arrogant spirit before a fall.

Proverbs 16