Proverbs 20:12-20 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

12. The hearing ear and the seeing eye —the Lord made them both.

13. Don’t love sleep, or you will become poor;open your eyes, and you’ll have enough to eat.

14. “It’s worthless, it’s worthless! ” the buyer says,but after he is on his way, he gloats.

15. There is gold and a multitude of jewels,but knowledgeable lips are a rare treasure.

16. Take his garment, for he has put up security for a stranger;get collateral if it is for foreigners.

17. Food gained by fraud is sweet to a man, but afterward his mouth is full of gravel.

18. Finalize plans with counsel, and wage war with sound guidance.

19. The one who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid someone with a big mouth.

20. Whoever curses his father or mother —his lamp will go out in deep darkness.

Proverbs 20